Colorado radically shifted the national dialogue on marijuana when it became the first state to legalize the plant for adult recreational use. Years into legalization, Colorado has seen cultural and economic changes because of this ground-breaking policy....
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Have you already expressed your consent for roadside testing?
You know that any police officer who pulls you over probably hopes to write a ticket or maybe even arrest you. Your behavior during the traffic stop will have a major impact on the outcome of your interactions with law enforcement. The questions they ask could lead to...
Can you get a DUI from Ritalin or Adderall?
Many students take medications to help them with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, but others take those same medications to help them stay awake, focus and study longer. This off-label use isn’t usually legal, as many students who do this borrow...
Field sobriety tests are notoriously inaccurate
For many police officers, the first step after pulling over a suspected drunk driver is to make them do field sobriety tests. If the person fails these tests, then they may be brought back to the station for a breath test or some other form of more extensive testing....
Drove without a license to prevent a DUI? Get help
If you go away to college and don’t have to drive, you may never bother to get a license. Many people just have state IDs or other forms of identification, so a license isn’t essential to their needs. You may find yourself in a sticky situation if you ever need to...
Be aware of the risk of a DUI from your medications
Though you may have taken the medications you’re on now for quite a while, it’s still important to remember that you could face a DUI if they cause side effects that make it dangerous for you to drive. Many people build tolerances to the medications they take. They...
What do you need to know about express consent?
In Colorado, there is an express consent law. This law requires drivers to submit to a chemical test if they are asked to take one by an officer with reasonable belief that the individual is under the influence of drugs, alcohol or both. By law, if you refuse to take...
Don’t talk to the police alone. They can lie to you.
If you get arrested, the officers may try to act like they’re on your side, like you’re all in this together and that they want to help you find a solution. They’ll ask you questions, start conversations and try to get you to talk on your own. They’ll frame it as if...
A hard night of partying can lead to a DUI the next morning
You go to a college party with your friends, already planning to spend the night. This is a big event and you plan to drink a lot, so you know that it won’t be safe to drive. You pride yourself on planning ahead and staying safe. The next day, you wake up on your...
Disorderly conduct offenses are treated harshly in Colorado
It feels great to break away from everyday life and have a little fun. However, having a good time in Colorado can get you into legal trouble if you are not careful. Disorderly conduct laws in the state exist to protect citizens from harm and prevent them from being...