If you're facing a first time DUI offense, you will need a qualified Colorado DUI defense attorney in your corner. Your DUI defense attorney can make sure proper legal protocols were followed during our arrest and that you receive fair treatment under Colorado law. Believe it or not, you DO have rights.
Experienced Colorado First DUI Offense Lawyer
You can charged with driving under the influence if you are caught driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 or higher. The penalty for a first offense DUI charge is a jail term of five days to one year, a $600 to 1,000 fine and suspense of your driver's license for nine months. Your driver's license also gets dented with 12 points, and you may be ordered to do 48 to 96 hours of community service. A good Colorado DUI defense attorney may be able to get your jail term suspended if you agree to undergo an alcohol or drug treatment program or attend alcohol classes.
The state of Colorado allows drivers to refuse to answer any questions until they have an attorney present. Drivers can also refuse to take a roadside breathalyzer test. Refusal to submit to a blood or chemical test at the police station or hospital could make your situation worse. You could lose your driver's license for a year for refusing to submit to a blood test, and you would give a prosecuting attorney leverage to prove your guilt. It's better to cooperate and let your Colorado DUI defense attorney deal with the legalities.
Let a Colorado DUI Defense Attorney Help You
In Colorado Springs, DUI divorce attorneys handle hundreds of first offense DUIs. Your attorney can review your case to make sure that the arresting officer followed the law to the letter. He can verify that any blood or chemical tests were performed according to the law. He can also review the results and check for any inaccuracies that could help you avoid conviction. Working closely with a qualified Colorado DUI defense attorney will ensure you get your life and your driving privileges back.
Contact the law firm of Christian A. Schwaner, P.C. or call 719-387-0616 for a free initial consultation to discuss your first DUI offense charges.
