What is Considered a DUI in Colorado?
As you might already know, in Colorado, you are prohibited from driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or a combination of both.
As you might already know, in Colorado, you are prohibited from driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or a combination of both.
IF YOUR PRIOR IS WITHIN THE PAST 5 YEARS, then by Colorado law, you must serve a minimum of ten (10) days in jail, and that sentence can be up to one year.
Even if it’s your first offense, a Colorado DUI can significantly affect how you live your life from now on. No matter the outcome of your trial, your arrest will appear (at least temporarily) on your permanent record.
A conviction for a first-time DUI in Colorado will result in a misdemeanor criminal record. In many cases, an adult cannot have their DUI expunged or their criminal record sealed.
If you have a prior conviction for a DUI in a different state, it will count as a previous conviction for a Colorado DUI.
Facing a Colorado DUI charge? Learn about the potential punishments, including fines, jail time, license revocation, and more.