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Colorado Criminal Code

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Colorado Family Law

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Colorado Personal Injury Law

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Arapahoe County Defense

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About the Firm & Getting Started

About Us

Who will handle my case?

What kinds of cases does the firm take?

Which courts do you practice in?

How do I get started?

Initial Consultation

Is the initial consultation really free?

Is what I tell you confidential if I do not hire you?

I have a court date or a DMV deadline coming up. What should I do?

Should I talk to the police, the other driver’s insurer or the other side before we meet?

What if my case is outside what you handle?

DUI & DWAI

DUI & DWAI Defense

What is the difference between DUI and DWAI in Colorado?

How long do I have to request a DMV hearing after a DUI arrest in Colorado?

Can I refuse a breathalyzer test in Colorado?

What are the penalties for a first-time DUI in Colorado?

Is a 4th DUI a felony in Colorado?

Can a DUI be reduced to a lesser charge in Colorado?

How does a Colorado DUI affect my driving record and insurance?

What defenses are available for a DUI charge in Colorado?

Colorado DUI Laws

What is the legal BAC limit for driving in Colorado?

When does a DUI become a felony in Colorado?

How long is a license revoked after a first DUI?

Is an ignition interlock required after a first DUI in Colorado?

Is there a THC limit for driving in Colorado?

First-Offense DUI

Will I go to jail for a first DUI in Colorado?

Does a high BAC change anything for a first offense?

How long will I lose my license after a first DUI?

Do I have to take an alcohol class?

Will the judge make me attend a victim impact panel?

I had a DWAI a few years back. Does it count against this DUI?

Felony DUI

What counts as a “prior” for felony DUI in Colorado?

Is there a time limit on how old my prior convictions are?

Am I guaranteed to go to prison for felony DUI?

What is the actual felony DUI penalty range?

Who decides whether I actually have three or more priors — the judge or a jury?

What happened in the Crabtree case, and does it help older cases?

Drug DUI (DUID)

What does Colorado law actually mean by “under the influence of drugs”?

Is there a THC limit like the 0.08 alcohol limit?

I have a medical marijuana card or a valid prescription. Is not that a defense?

Can I be charged with DUI for alcohol and marijuana together?

What is a Drug Recognition Expert, and should I worry about their evaluation?

Are the penalties different for a drug DUI than an alcohol DUI?

The DMV Hearing

How long do I have to request the hearing?

What happens if I miss the 7 days?

Can I still drive while I am waiting for the hearing?

Is this hearing in front of a judge?

What does the hearing officer actually decide?

Does it matter whether I refused the test or failed it?

Do I have to show up in person?

Criminal Defense

Criminal Defense

What should I do if I'm arrested in Colorado?

What is the difference between a felony and misdemeanor in Colorado?

Can criminal charges be dropped or dismissed in Colorado?

How long does a criminal case take in Colorado?

Will a criminal conviction affect my immigration status?

What is Colorado's Make My Day law?

Colorado Criminal Code

How many misdemeanor classes does Colorado have?

Does Colorado still have the death penalty?

What is the difference between a petty offense and a civil infraction?

How long does Colorado have to file criminal charges?

Can a criminal conviction be sealed in Colorado?

What is a deferred judgment?

Domestic Violence

Is domestic violence its own separate crime in Colorado?

The police showed up and arrested my partner even though I asked them not to. Can they do that?

What happens to firearms in the house?

Can the alleged victim just drop the charges?

What if this is not my first domestic-violence-related charge?