Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (DUI) and Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI)
Jefferson County DUI Attorney
Jefferson County DUI Attorney
Jefferson County DUI Attorney
DUI & DWAI ALCOHOL DEFENSE IN JEFFERSON COUNTY COURT
Getting arrested for a DUI/DWAI can be a nightmare and a wake up call to you. You were probably arrested, forced to post bail in order to be released from the Jefferson County Jail; but if you were lucky, you might have been issued a summons (traffic ticket) with a court date on it. Since we are on the subject, the first thing you should after posting bail or receiving a summons for DUI is look for the court date and calendar it. DUI or DWAI is a criminal charge, if you miss any of your court dates, the judge will issue a bench warrant for your arrest which will eventually lead to you being arrested. You really want to show the judge that you understand the nature and consequences of your DUI case by showing up to court. The second thing you should do is contact a DUI Lawyer in Jefferson County and set up a consultation. Some DUI Lawyers in Jefferson County offer free consultations and others charge a small fee. Either way, you don’t want to wait to hire a lawyer. A lawyer will help you understand your rights and with some those rights, time is of the essence, and if you fail to act quickly -those rights are waived. DUI defense requires experience in a very specialized field. Your DUI case will touch on your privilege to drive, your freedom, your criminal history and your life for the next several years -take it seriously.
Why You Should Find a DUI Attorney Once You have been charged with a DUI/DWAI.
Even though you are shocked over being charged with a DUI or DWAI, the first thing you should do is contact a Jefferson County DUI Attorney for a consultation. There are various reasons you should contact a Jefferson County DUI Attorney to help you with your DUI/DWAI case in Jefferson County but here are a few good reasons for you to consider hiring a DUI attorney:
- A DUI Attorney can help you understand your rights and defense;
- A DUI Attorney can help you understand the legal procedure involved with a DUI;
- A DUI Attorney can explain every step of the legal process to you and be your voice in court;
- A DUI Attorney can represent you in your DMV hearing understands how your driving privileges can be affected;
- A DUI Attorney Defending clients charged with DUI and DUID provides you with advice based on experience;
- A DUI Attorney knows the consequences of your charges;
- A Jefferson County DUI Attorney understands the penalties that the Courts must impose and can work with you to avoid what you fear the most; and
- Every Court is different and Jefferson County DUI Attorney is familiar with defendant DUI cases in Jefferson County Court.
Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, Drugs, or Both, 42-4-1301(1)(a)
It is a misdemeanor for any person who is under the influence of alcohol or one or more drugs, or a combination of both alcohol and one or more drugs, to drive a motor vehicle or vehicle.
(b) It is a misdemeanor for any person who is impaired by alcohol or by one or more drugs or by a combination of alcohol and one or more drugs, to drive a motor vehicle or vehicle.
(e) The fact that any person charged with a violation of this subsection (1) is or has been entitled to use one or more drugs under the laws of this state, including but not limited to the medical use of marijuana pursuant to section 18-18-406.3, C.R.S., shall not constitute a defense against any charge of violating this subsection (1).
(f) “Driving under the influence” means driving a motor vehicle or vehicle when a person has consumed alcohol or one or more drugs or a combination of alcohol and one or more drugs, that affects the person to a degree that the person is substantially incapable, either mentally or physically, or both mentally and physically, to exercise clear judgment, sufficient physical control, or due care in the safe operation of a vehicle.
(g) “Driving while ability impaired” means driving a motor vehicle or vehicle when a person has consumed alcohol or one or more drugs, or a combination of both alcohol and one or more drugs, that affects the person to the slightest degree so that the person is less able than the person ordinarily would have been, either mentally or physically, or both mentally and physically to exercise clear judgment, sufficient physical control, or due care in the safe operation of a vehicle.
Penalties
First offenses – DUI, DUI per se, and habitual user. Section 42-4-1307(3)(a)
(I) Imprisonment in the county jail for at least five days but not more than one year, the minimum period of which shall be mandatory; except that the court may suspend the mandatory minimum period if, as a condition of the suspended sentence, the offender undergoes a presentence or post sentence alcohol and drug evaluation and satisfactorily completes and meets all financial obligations of a Level I or Level II program as is determined to be appropriate by the alcohol and drug evaluation that is required pursuant to section 42-4-1301.3.
(II) A fine of at least six hundred dollars but no more than one thousand dollars, and the court shall have discretion to suspend the fine; and
(III) At least forty-eight hours but no more than ninety-six hours of useful public service, and the court shall not have discretion to suspend the mandatory minimum period of performance of such service.
Section 42-4-1307(3)(b)
…When the person’s BAC was 0.20 or more at the time of driving or within two hours after driving shall be punished by imprisonment in the county jail for at least ten days but not more than one year, except that the court shall have the discretion to employ the sentencing alternatives described in section 18-1.3-106, C.R.S.
Section 42-4-1307(3)(c )
In addition to any penalty described in paragraph (a) of this subsection (3), the court may impose a period of probation that shall not exceed two years, which probation may include any conditions permitted by law.
Contact Jefferson County DUI Attorney Ike Lucero to help you fight your DUI/DWAI Ticket. We offer free consultation (303) 963-9363
Testimonials
What Clients are Saying
A great experience from the beginning, Ike focused only on what was needed to make a successful case, very responsive and ensured we understood each step of the process. His negotiation skills are excellent, we never imagined such a reduction in the charge brought against our son considering the circumstances. Incredibly happy with the outcome, and all at the most reasonable price we could find. Thanks so much Ike!
John
Mr. Lucero is dedicated to his clients and helping them to achieve the best possible outcome for their case. I strongly recommend this professional attorney.
Michael
From the start Ike was understanding of my situation and answered all of my questions, and then some. He took on my case at a very fair price, and kept me updated every step of the way. In the end, my case was resolved fairly and painlessly. I would recommend Ike to anyone requesting a traffic lawyer, and he will be the first person I call if I get into another legal situation.
