While every case is different, there are many ways a DUI case can be dismissed or reduced.  Circumstances that can lead to such a result include illegal traffic stops, improper field sobriety test administration, faulty breathalyzer or blood test results, constitutional violations, and procedural errors.  As a former prosecutor, Bradley Moloney knows exactly what to look for to challenge the prosecution’s case.

DUI (Driving Under the Influence) involves an allegation that the driver was substantially incapable of operating the motor vehicle safely due to alcohol and/or drugs; or that the driver drove a motor vehicle with a BAC or 0.08% or higher.

DWAI (Driving While Ability Impaired) is a charged based on an allegation that the driver was impaired to the slightest degree from alcohol and/or drugs. A jury is permitted to infer such impairment if a driver had a BAC of 0.05% or higher.

DWAI carries lighter penalties and less points, but it still results in a permanent conviction on the driver’s record.

Not automatically, but you must act quickly. You have only seven (7) days from your arrest (or 10 days from the postmark of the DMV letter for blood tests) to request a DMV hearing. Missing this deadline results in an automatic license revocation. Once hired, The Moloney Law Firm handles this requests immediately.

In Colorado, a DUI conviction stays on both your criminal record and your driving record permanently. Unlike some other states, Colorado does not allow DUI convictions to be sealed or expunged. This is just one reason why fighting the charges with an experienced attorney is so important.

While you have the right to represent yourself, DUI law is highly technical and complex. The consequences of a conviction are severe and permanent. Prosecutors have extensive training and experience in DUI law. DUI’s make up a large percentage of their cases. The legal system can be overwhelming for someone without legal training. If you are wondering: could an experienced DUI attorney near me improve my chances of a favorable outcome? The answer is yes.

A DUI conviction can significantly impact your employment, especially if your job requires driving, professional licensing, or security clearances. Many employers conduct background checks, and a DUI conviction appears on these checks permanently.  Some professions have specific licensing consequences for DUI convictions.

DUI cases may take several months to resolve, depending on the complexity of your case, your criminal history, and whether the case goes to trial.  The DMV hearing usually occurs weeks after your request, while the criminal case can take numerous months or longer.