In Colorado, impaired driving is treated with the utmost seriousness due to the risks it poses to public safety. The state enforces strict laws against impaired driving, with two common charges being DUI (Driving Under the Influence) and DWAI (Driving While Ability Impaired). While both offenses involve operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol […]
WILL A COLORADO DUI CONVICTION AFFECT MY TSA PRECHECK OR GLOBAL ENTRY STATUS? The consequences of a conviction for Driving Under the Influence in Colorado (DUI) are very severe. You face at least one year in jail and a lengthy probation sentence. A DUI conviction can cost you thousands of dollars in fees and court […]
Any driver who is stopped for suspicion of DUI will be asked by the Officer to exit the vehicle and complete a series of roadside field sobriety tests. Asking the driver to submit to these tests is part of the DUI Officer’s protocol. These tests are inherently unfair and will place the driver in a […]
Colorado's Express Consent Law If you are charged with a drunk driving offense, you are likely to face consequences against your driver’s license at the Department of Motor Vehicles. The DMV has authority to revoke your driver’s license. If you are pulled over for suspicion of DUI, the Police will ask you to submit to […]
DEFENDING A FIRST DUI OFFENSE Driving Under the Influence. Under Colorado law, a driver who drinks alcohol or takes drugs and is substantially incapable of safely operating a motor vehicle is Driving Under the Influence or DUI. This is a strict liability offense. This is sometimes called Driving While Intoxicated. Penalties for a first time […]
IF YOU ARE ARRESTED FOR A DUI OR DWAI OFFENSE YOU WILL WANT TO WORK WITH AN EXPERIENCED DUI DEFENSE FIRM. Defense Attorney Peter Albani has successfully defended drunk driving offenses for more than 35 years. You will want to understand the charge and your rights from the very outset. CALL ALBANI LAW AT (303) […]
A DUI STOP – WHAT TO DO: FIND A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OVER: OFFICER OBSERVATIONS: DO NOT MAKE ANY SUDDEN OR SUSPICIOUS MOVEMENTS: BE POLITE: DO NOT ANSWER INCRIMINATING QUESTIONS BUT TELL THE TRUTH WHEN ANSWERING INQUIRIES: DO NOT TRY TO TALK YOUR WAY OUT OF IT: Do not volunteer information or guess why […]
FIRST TIME DUI CHARGE - DO I REALLY NEED AN ATTORNEY? Every potential client should discuss with an attorney whether they truly need to retain counsel. This is a judgment call. Keep in mind that you have a right to have an attorney represent you. If you call me to discuss your DUI case, I […]
Protect Yourself with an experienced DUI Attorney If you are charged with a drug-related DUI, call Peter Albani at (303) 753-0900. Don’t fight your case alone. Mr. Albani has over 35+ years of legal experience. Facing a criminal charge is a daunting task. Let Albani Law help you carry the weight. Don’t carry your burden […]
DUI PENALTIES In Colorado, penalties for a DUI offense can routinely include: Up to one year in jail; Up to two years or more of probation; 12 points against your driver’s license; Loss of your driver’s license; Fines and costs in excess of $1000; 48 hours to 96 hours of Useful Public Service; Alcohol classes […]
