Landmark Ruling Says You Can Be Fired for Medical Marijuana Use
The intersection of medical marijuana use and employment has long been a contentious issue, and a recent decision by the Colorado Supreme Court has added further complexity to this legal landscape. In a landmark ruling, the court held that individuals with medical marijuana prescriptions can be terminated from their jobs if a drug test reveals […]
Consequences of Driving Under Alcohol-Related Restraint (DUR-Alc) in Colorado
Driving with a revoked license can lead to serious legal consequences, particularly if your license was revoked due to a DUI or DWAI (Driving While Ability Impaired). In Colorado, this offense is known as “Driving Under Alcohol-Related Restraint,” or DUR-Alc, and it carries severe penalties. Understanding the ramifications of DUR-Alc is essential to avoid devastating […]
Is Smoking Weed on Probation Legal in Colorado?
For the past 15 years, Colorado has allowed medical marijuana use, but if you were on probation and tested positive for marijuana, you could face serious consequences. As of early May, people on probation no longer have to worry; Gov. John Hickenlooper has signed into law a bill that allows the usage of marijuana by […]
Colorado’s Felony DUI Bill Gains Momentum: A Turning Point in DUI Legislation
The felony DUI bill is back from legal limbo. For a while, it seemed like Colorado’s proposal to upgrade repeat DUIs from misdemeanors to felonies was dead in the water, but the bill recently passed the Senate Judiciary Committee by unanimous vote. Versions of this bill have been considered for years, but only now has the state […]
The Hazy Origins of 4/20: A Celebration of Marijuana in Colorado
The origins of the marijuana holiday 4/20 are hazy; the best guess is that it was a slang term amongst weed-smoking teens in 1970’s California high schools, popularized by followers of the Grateful Dead. Wherever the catchy three-digit code came from, it is here to stay. This past 4/20 in Denver came with increased police […]
When an Ignition Interlock Device Becomes a Tool for DUI
Chores are a fairly typical part of being a child. Your parents cook you food, drive you to school and soccer practice, and make sure you’ve got a roof over your head – naturally, it makes sense that you would be willing to take care of small duties around the house in exchange for the […]
DUIs & International Travel: Getting In and Getting Out
A few weeks ago, we discussed the consequences of earning a DUI in a state other than your own. As the summer season approaches and travel plans take shape, it’s equally important to consider the implications of drunk driving in foreign countries. While exploring new destinations and cultures is exhilarating, being aware of the diverse […]
6 Places You Can’t Smoke Pot—No Matter What You’ve Heard
That cheeky “holiday” that gives new meaning to the nickname “Mile High City” is finally here! With recreational marijuana now legal in Colorado, this year’s 4/20 festivities promise to be nothing short of epic. As your friendly Denver defense lawyers, however, we thought it wise to issue a reminder that while pot itself might be […]
D’oh! DUI?: Bicycling Whilst Drunk
Now that spring is officially here, it’s ever so tempting to hop on our bicycles, pedal down the Cherry Creek Trail, and maybe stop for a beer or two in the Colorado sunshine on the way home. Steer clear of getting too tipsy, though, or you could earn yourself a DUI. That’s right. In 2012, […]
Colorado’s Stricter Measures to Curb Underage Marijuana Access
Colorado’s progressive stance on marijuana legalization has brought about a multitude of benefits and challenges, including concerns about underage individuals gaining access to unauthorized marijuana. To address this issue, legislators passed a bill in early March known as “Keep Legal Marijuana From Those Under 21,” which introduces several amendments aimed at deterring minors from obtaining […]