A Denver DUI Info Attorney
If you or your loved one has been arrested for DUI in the Denver area, contact the law office of the Denver DUI lawyer as soon as possible. Even a first-time DUI conviction will result in serious consequences in the Denver area.
The state of Colorado has what are called “presumptive” DUI laws. An officer can arrest you without the “proof” of a BAC test if your driving is unsafe and you show clear signs of being under the influence.
If you are stopped and found to be driving with a BAC of 0.05 you will be charged with Driving While Ability is Impaired (DWAI). This charge is a lesser form of DUI. If your BAC is 0.08 or greater then you will be charged with Driving Under the Influence.
The following are the consequences you face for a first-time DUI and DWAI:
1st DUI
- 1st DUI on Record
- Jail – From 5 Days to 1 Year
- Fine - From $600 - $1,000
- License Suspension – 9 Months
- License Points – 12
- Public Service – From 48 to 96 Hours
- Jail May be Suspended in Lieu of Alcohol Treatment Program
1st DWAI
- 1st DWAI on Record
- Jail – From 48 Hours to 180 Days
- Fine – From $200 to $500
- License Suspension – None
- License Points – 8
- Public Service – From 24 to 48 Hours
If you or your loved one has been arrested for DUI in the Denver area, contact the law office of the Denver DUI Lawyer to begin your case.
