Were You Charged With a DUI or DWAI?
In Colorado, you may be charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI). Both of these charges can carry hefty fines and serious consequences, including license revocation, installation of an ignition interlock device, or possible jail time. If you are facing drunk driving charges, it is best to consult with a knowledgeable attorney as soon as possible.
As a former prosecutor, I know what the state considers in DUI and DWAI cases. Contact Christian A. Schwaner, P.C., to schedule a free consultation with a lawyer who has experience prosecuting and defending against drunk driving charges in Colorado. Call my Colorado Springs law office at 866-581-0897 or contact me online.
Drunk Driving Law in Colorado
If you have been arrested for drunk driving, your license will be automatically revoked. However, you can contest that revocation if you request a DMV hearing within seven days if you took a breath test and your blood alcohol content was above the legal limit. If you took a blood test the Department of Motor Vehicles will mail the result to the last known address that they have. Don't wait for DMV to send you the letter, we immediately obtain the second vial of your blood taken by the police and have that tested at a private laboratory. That test result is confidential. At Christian A. Schwaner, P.C., a criminal defense attorney will walk you through the entire legal processes and let you know how you should proceed.
Consequences of a Conviction
The potential consequences of a DUI or DWAI conviction generally include fines, a license suspension or revocation, the potential for jail time, and a requirement that you perform a certain number of hours of community service, and alcohol classes. In addition, there are a number of factors that may come into play at sentencing such as the blood alcohol level at the time of arrest and any prior DUI or DWAI convictions.
Although the potential penalties are daunting, if you work with a skilled criminal defense attorney, there are a number of alternatives that may be available to you under the right circumstances. For example, it may be possible to obtain a probationary license that would allow you to drive to and from work. If you are facing a jail term, you may be able to obtain work release in order to keep your job and earn a living. You may even be able to argue for home detention rather than serving time in jail.
Contact Attorney Christian A. Schwaner Today
Don't face a DUI or DWAI alone. A reputable lawyer can help you make the right decisions regarding this serious criminal charge. Contact Christian A. Schwaner, P.C., for a consultation by calling 866-581-0897.
