What happens when I accidentally hit a deer and a cop pulls over and suspects the smell of alcohol?
Yes, the police can start a DUI investigation for a non-alcohol incident such as hitting a deer on the road. They can pursue the DUi angle if they...
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Yes, the police can start a DUI investigation for a non-alcohol incident such as hitting a deer on the road. They can pursue the DUi angle if they...
Yes, anyone who is driving a motor vehicle in Colorado and has contact with the police can be investigated for DUI. The question is: what level of...
Even if the officer appears, the DMV hearing can be used to cross-examine the officer without a deputy district attorney present. Depending on the...
The DMV and court case are separate proceedings with different burdens of proof. For example, if you requested the ofiicer be present for the...
Under Colorado law, a prior alcohol-related driving offense (even in a different state) constitutes a prior alcohol-related driving offense. The...
If the case is still pending, you are allowed to seek the Court's permission if you want to move to another state. You will still be required to...
If you were driving, you can be charged for an alcohol-related driving offense. You may have both court and DMV consequences.
Yes, a .187 BAC is somewhat aggravated for having a prior DWAI. You will need counsel for the DMV administrative process and the court case too.
Police in Colorado sometimes have portable Preliminary Breath Test units that they use at the scene to make the decision to arrest the suspect, but...
Yes, the DA can escalate this case and dismiss the misdemeanor and re-file against you as a felony. The 4th DUI now in CO will be charged as a...