The Impact of Marijuana Legalization on Drugged Driving: A Hazy Situation

The legalization of recreational marijuana in Colorado has been a topic of national interest and scrutiny for several years now. One of the significant concerns that arose with the legalization of marijuana was the potential increase in drugged driving incidents and the associated risks of accidents on the road. However, despite being three years into […]

What Is Considered Refusal to Cooperate with DUI Tests?

Merely by driving a vehicle in Colorado, you implicitly consent to undergo impairment tests when requested by law enforcement. Declining to participate in these tests will lead to an automatic one-year suspension of your driver’s license for the initial refusal, and the courts may consider this refusal as evidence against you. However, there are various […]

Where Did the .08 BAC Legal Limit Come From?

Being pulled over and registering a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or above can lead to a DUI “per se” charge, irrespective of visible symptoms of intoxication. This threshold has its roots in the 1980s when Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) spearheaded a national campaign to tighten drunk driving laws. In this article, we […]

The BAT Van: Denver’s State-of-the-Art Weapon Against Drunk Driving

If your nocturnal adventures in Denver involve scouring the city for free shots or dollar wells, be cautious on your way home, for a new adversary may be waiting to thwart your plans—the BAT van. Short for Breath Alcohol Testing, the BAT van is a cutting-edge mobile DUI testing center deployed by the Denver police […]

Drugged Driving Simulator Shows Legal Limit for Marijuana Too Low

In the evolving landscape of marijuana legalization, one of the most contentious issues revolves around establishing a legal limit for marijuana impairment in drivers. While Colorado has set a threshold of five nanograms of THC per milliliter of blood, this arbitrary number has faced criticism for its lack of correlation with actual impairment. Recent research […]

The Complex World of DUI Prosecution: The Controversy of Retrograde Extrapolation

Driving under the influence (DUI) cases often involve intricate scientific methods to determine a suspect’s blood alcohol content (BAC). One such method that is widely used by law enforcement is retrograde extrapolation. This complex technique involves estimating a person’s past BAC based on the assumption of a constant alcohol metabolism rate. While it is a […]

How Accurate Are DUI Tests?

Law enforcement officers employ a variety of tests to assess a driver’s impairment before determining whether they are fit to operate a vehicle. Among the initial assessments is the field sobriety test, a set of evaluations designed to gauge a driver’s balance, coordination, and cognitive abilities. Tasks such as walking in a straight line, balancing […]

The Importance of Miranda Rights in DUI Cases: What You Need to Know

Miranda rights, made famous through television shows like COPS, are deeply ingrained in the public’s perception of law enforcement. However, a common misconception exists that these rights must be recited during every arrest. In reality, law enforcement officers are not obligated to read Miranda rights in all situations, even in DUI cases. This article explores […]

Blood Testing and How to Refute Blood Evidence in Colorado

Blood testing plays a crucial role in determining an individual’s level of intoxication during DUI (Driving Under the Influence) cases. Law enforcement officers often rely on blood tests as a reliable method to measure an individual’s Blood Alcohol Content (BAC), a key factor in DUI arrests. In this article, we will explore the blood testing […]

Colorado Legislators Lead the Charge with the LUCID Act: Addressing Drugged Driving Concerns in the Age of Legalized Marijuana

As marijuana legalization continues to expand across the United States, concerns about drugged driving have become increasingly prevalent. In response to these concerns, two Colorado legislators, Jared Polis and Ed Perlmutter, have taken a proactive stance by endorsing the Limited Unsafe Cannabis-Inspired Driving (LUCID) Act. This legislation aims to address the challenges of drugged driving […]