Denver DUI Lawyers Drunk Driving – Repeat Offenses – DWAI
A conviction for drunk driving can result in suspension of your driver’s license, expensive fines, and jail time. Additionally, your insurance premium is likely to substantially increase and, if your employer learns of your conviction, you could lose your job. Working with an attorney who understands how to challenge your arrest, and how to work with the court to reduce the charges or sentence against you, is essential. At the law office of Elkus & Sisson, our lawyers have the resources needed to challenge the constitutionality of a car stop, the accuracy of a breathalyzer’s calibration, and the correctness of the application of a sobriety test.
If you have been charged with drunk driving, it is normal to have many questions about your arrest and charges. These issues need the attention of a skilled legal professional. At Elkus & Sisson, P.C., in Denver, Colorado, we can help. Our legal team has handled many DUI / DWAI cases and is ready to fight for your rights. Call (303) 567-7981 or contact our Denver DUI lawyers online to receive a consultation and helpful information about your case.
The Consequences of a DUI Conviction
The following penalties are attached to a conviction for DUI in the state of Colorado:
- First time conviction: No mandatory jail time; possible jail sentence from 5 days to one year; at least 48 hours of mandatory community service; a fine of $800 to $1,000.
- Repeat Offender: 10 days mandatory jail time; possible jail sentence from 90 days to a year; at least 60 hours of mandatory community service; $500 to $1,500 in fines.
- Blood Alcohol Count (BAC) .20 or higher: 10 days mandatory jail time; possible jail sentence from 90 days to one year; at least 60 hours of mandatory community service; $500 to $1,500 in fines.
DUI Hearings – Protecting Your Interests
Attorneys at our firm are ready to be your knowledgeable advocate in your initial DMV hearings and throughout the entire process until your case is resolved. We are well versed in Colorado DWI laws and ready to help you obtain a work license or red license so you are able to drive to your job without being charged with driving under revocation.
If you have been arrested for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, contact our Denver DUI lawyers online or call (303) 567-7981 for a free consultation with a skilled member of our legal team. We accept all major credit cards for your convenience.
