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Pulled over by Wheat Ridge police in Lakewood for suspected DUI. Paperwork shows I was pulled over In wheatridge, when I was actually in Lakewood, a mile or two past wheatridge city limits.
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answered on Dec 12, 2023
In Colorado, a police officer from one city can pull you over in another city under specific circumstances. Generally, officers have jurisdiction only in their city, but exceptions include fresh pursuit, mutual aid agreements, and concurrent jurisdiction in certain areas. If you were pulled over in... View More 
Jefferson county, they took my blood alcohol level only after I had been sitting in my car drinking & not when I was actually driving
answered on Dec 5, 2023
You have a good case to fight as you likely did not have the intent to put the car into motion. Juries will be instructed to decide whether you are driving by looking at many factors including where the vehicle was found, where in the vehicle the person was found, whether the keys were in the... View More
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answered on Dec 3, 2023
First, the other answer to this question is incorrect so please do your own research before trusting random people on the internet. The minimum jail sentence is 90 days on a F4 DUI. I’m assuming the attorney is from another state.
Second, there are a lot of factors that come into play to... View More
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answered on Nov 14, 2023
If you have a fourth felony DUI, you will be required to serve a mandatory jail sentence of at least 18 months. You will also need an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle for at least 3 years. An ignition interlock device is a device that prevents you from starting your car if you... View More
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answered on Nov 7, 2023
A blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.202 ± 0.010 g/100 mL is considered a high level of intoxication in Colorado. The legal limit for driving under the influence (DUI) in Colorado is 0.08% BAC. A BAC of 0.202 ± 0.010 g/100 mL is more than twice the legal limit, and you will likely be arrested and... View More
Went to court once and they dropped it to a DWAI and I did not complete payments or community service
I live in california but I need a new court date from the judge
Can I get a paralegal or lawyer to get a new date and go for me so I don't have to drive all the way out from california?
answered on Aug 2, 2023
If you have a DUI charge in Eagle County, Colorado, and you live in California, you will be able to hire a lawyer, but NOT a paralegal, to represent you in court. However, there are a few important considerations:
1. In any criminal matter, you have the right to see if you qualify for court... View More
Asked why he was in an adult office and they couldn't give me an answer and also asked for mental evaluation and they said they don't work with minors but the PO offered to be his councelor??
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answered on Jul 24, 2023
In Colorado, young offenders usually have their own probation system separate from adults. In most cases, parents are allowed and encouraged to be present during probation meetings with their child.
Was at a stop light and the car behind me was rear-ended causing them to hit me. The driver who caused the accident got a dui, had no insurance and the owner of the vehicle's insurance had some ammendment excluding her from liability because he wasn't supposed to drive the vehicle. A... View More
answered on Feb 21, 2023
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. One option is to check with your insurance carrier to review the scope of your policy's underinsured/uninsured motorist coverage. Good luck
answered on Nov 9, 2022
There is no mandatory minimum for a class 5 felony eluding charge, but there is a mandatory minimum for a DUI with prior offenses. If you have two or more prior DUI convictions, you will do a minimum of 60 days in the county jail; though many jurisdictions within Colorado require significantly more... View More
Daughter was recently pulled over by an unmarked state trooper for what the trooper thought was ignoring a stop sign when in fact there is a incoming traffic does not stop sign is posted where he thought she almost came too close to another car when she legally had the right of way. He had no... View More
answered on Nov 8, 2022
Having a knowledgable criminal defense attorney is always helpful, because "you don't know what you don't know". From what you have shared, it seems like there are some good defenses that could be used to help your child avoid a conviction for DUI.
I got a DWAI in January 2021 and was eligible to get my license back in January 2022 but was unaware of that. I got pulled over in January 2022 and got a driving under suspension. I am getting my license back before court. I know there is a mandatory 30 days jail sentence but I'm wondering if... View More
answered on Jun 15, 2022
They aren't required to drop the DUR, but it is highly likely the DA will offer a plea agreement that does not include mandatory jail.
The police report we were given has his name, phone number, address, and the information for the owner of the car (his mom.) It seems like the only way to ask him for his insurance is to call, send a letter, or go to his house. I wasn't sure if any of those options are ok to do.
answered on Mar 29, 2022
Especially if you are injured, but in general, accident/injury lawyers will provide you a free initial consultation and I recommend that you contact a few and take us up on it. You will obtain a better understanding of the process and perhaps get a better idea on how to proceed ----and perhaps... View More
My contract says that I need to report felony’s and misdemeanors (not including misdemeanors traffic offenses)
answered on Sep 18, 2021
A DUI is considered an “unclassified misdemeanor” in Colorado. DUI offenses in Colorado are not traffic misdemeanor one or two offenses. You should hire an attorney to review your contract closely, and provide a thorough answer. Let’s go
I also did all types of roadside tests . Cops kept saying they smelled alcohol . I was 100% not under influence . The Dwai charge was dismissed . But the revocation of license still says alcohol related .
answered on Mar 12, 2021
Anyone whose license is revoked as a result of a DUI investigation may petition to contest their revocation. However, in order to do so, you typically have to request a hearing in writing within 7 days of the revocation (i.e., within a week of your arrest) - unless you can otherwise show good... View More
I purchased a Lower Receiver for an AR - 15 the other evening online for a future project.
Then a friend of mine reminded me that it is Illegal to have a firearm while on Probation here in Colorado.
So my question is: ( since it is not actually a working Firearm)
Can i... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2021
This is an interesting question.
(1) It is not necessarily illegal to possess a weapon when on probation, especially when the probation is for a nonviolent misdemeanor. However, if there were any specific agreements for your specific probation that prohibit firearm possession, then that is... View More
I was convicted of vehicle homicide/DUI in 2008. My friend died and his family sued me for $20 million. My wages are garnished at 25% after taxes.
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answered on Jan 19, 2021
You need to talk to a competent attorney about asset protection and exemption rights in whatever State you are going to live in. The exact Deed Grantee will be critical, and you need that lawyer to tell you what to do. Sometimes trusts are useful, but probably not here. The lawyer's... View More
I tied to qualify for public defender however, my pay would not allow it. I had my first appearance on the 29th. All the judge did was ask if I had an attorney, and since I did not he rescheduled my date to March. Why did it get rescheduled? Is he implying that I should get a lawyer?
answered on Jan 4, 2021
You absolutely need a lawyer. DUIs, let alone those involving injury/accident, are very complicated. Call an attorney like myself for a free consultation at least.
As for your court dates, yes the Court is implying you need lawyer. Typically, if you don't have a lawyer when in Court... View More
My neighbor convinced me to let him have 4.5 mg of my prescribed Xanax, claiming he had seizures and lost his prescription bottle with his Klonopin that he needed for seizures. He recieved 2 DUIs that day and had the medication I gave him, but said he refused to tell the police where he got it.... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2020
I think it be extremely difficult to hold you criminally liable for giving him the pill, given that you had no intent to commit any law violation and were merely assisting a friend with pain management based on their personal representations to you. That said, you certainly could be civilly liable... View More
I believe the warrant is for not completing probation for a DUI.
answered on Nov 17, 2020
This is an interesting question. If you have an active warrant for your arrest, it is very likely that the DMV, which has access to various government records, will see your warrant and contact the police to arrest you - especially if your criminal bench warrant is related to a traffic offense... View More
answered on May 6, 2020
DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence. A crucial element of the offense is that you were "driving" a motor vehicle at the time of the offense. Driving can be found even if the vehicle wasn't moving at the the time the police officer makes contact with you. For example, if you... View More
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