Should you Refuse a Blood or Breath Test and Be Considered a DUI Refusal? Arguably the most important piece of information in a Colorado DUI case for the prosecution is the blood alcohol content (BAC) or the drug levels. If you are arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs you have three […]
Read MoreMarijuana DUI’s in Colorado As things are rapidly changing with the use, possession, and enforcement of marijuana laws in Colorado there tends to be a lot of misinformation about Marijuana DUI’s. The first misconception is in regards to red cards or a medical marijuana recommendations. Have a valid medicinal marijuana card is not a get out […]
Read MoreThere are a lot of thoughts on how to beat or get out of a DUI – best way that I know as a DUI defense attorney, is to not drink and drive. Over the years, I have received a lot of questions about misinformation and DUI charges in Colorado. This post seeks to show […]
Read MoreThe Law Office of Laurie A. Schmidt wishes everyone a safe and Happy Forth of July. We do not encourage drinking and driving, please keep in mind that there is typically more enforcement for catching DUI drivers around a holiday weekend. This can include additional DUI officers on the street, DUI checkpoints and increased DUI […]
Read MoreStandard DUI Field Sobriety Tests YOU can refuse to complete any DUI Field Sobriety Test or Roadside tests. You are being asked to complete the test to help the officer build enough probable cause to arrest you for driving under the suspension of drugs and/or alcohol. For more information on DUI charges in Colorado, visit […]
Read MoreTypically Colorado DUI Stops Involve Stages Stage One Colorado DUI: traffic stop The traffic stop must begin with you doing something wrong. The officer MUST have articulable reason to pull you over. This can range from a traffic violation such as speeding or weaving to a defective license plate. The point is there must be […]
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