Colorado Springs Criminal Defense Blog
Driving Under the Influence of Prescription Drugs…Yes, It’s Still DUI
Most of us are quite familiar with the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol or illegal narcotics. However, many people believe that if someone is taking prescription medication then he or she cannot be arrested for DUI. Those people are wrong!
Super Bowl Celebrations Lead to DUI Frustrations
Colorado is a football state. Even after a forgettable Broncos season, the Super Bowl is an unofficial national holiday. All over the state Coloradans will be hosting Super Bowl parties to watch and celebrate the big game with family, friends, food, and plenty of alcohol.
What Should You Do If You’ve Been Accused of Vehicular Assault?
You need to take immediate action! Vehicular assault is a heavily prosecuted crime in Colorado and, often times, defendants face steep penalties, including potential mandatory sentencing and a loss of driving privileges before a conviction even occurs.
What You Should Do If Your Child Is Arrested
We at The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., cannot stress this enough—if your child is arrested or contacted by police, call an experienced attorney immediately. The period right after arrest is vital for many reasons, including protecting your child from making harmful statements. The right attorney will know what to do to best protect your child while he or she is in the hands of the law.
Do I Have a Right to Refuse Field Sobriety Tests?
Americans are protected from unlawful search and seizure by the Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States and by Article II Section 7 of the Colorado Constitution. This essential right protects us all against arbitrary arrests, and forms the basis for the rules made regarding search warrants, stop-and-frisk, safety inspections, and other criminal issues.
What Does an “Express Consent License Revocation” Mean?
If you have been accused of driving while under the influence of alcohol, then you probably have already been confronted by the confusing process of an Express Consent (EC) license revocation. In Colorado, the Express Consent Law requires any person to cooperate in the taking and completing of a chemical test if a police officer has probable cause to believe the person is driving under the influence or his ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired because of alcohol, drugs or both.
Holiday Stress Can Lead to Assaults
The holiday season is meant to be a time for family gatherings, heartfelt cheer, and meaningful reflection. Unfortunately, that’s not the case for some people. Along with the positive aspects of the season, the holidays also include a higher rate of depression and can bring about new stressors. We love the holidays and the time spent with our families, but here at The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., we know that sometimes things can get a little out of control.
How Long Can You Drive with a Broken Windshield in Colorado?
It’s extremely frustrating when your car suffers a cracked windshield and, regardless of how it happened, getting a windshield replaced can be time-consuming and expensive.
In Colorado, the main culprits of cracked windshields are road “sand” and heavy commercial trucks, which kick up small rocks and other debris. If you have spent any amount of time driving through the state, you are probably familiar with this common hazard.
Drugs in Your Car? That Could Be Possession
If police find drugs in your car, what happens? Regardless of whether they’re your drugs, in Colorado, they are now officially your problem.
Is Underage Drinking Ever Allowed in Colorado?
In short, no and yes.
There are certain very specific situations in which there is an affirmative defense to a person under the age of 21 in Colorado drinking or possessing alcohol. This does not mean that the person is immune from prosecution, but he or she would have an affirmative defense at a trial. Outside of these situations, underage possession or consumption is a strict liability offense. C.R.S. 18-13-122(2)(b)(I).