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Are sobriety checkpoints legal in Colorado?

On behalf of Grant & Hoffman, P.C. on Friday, January 24, 2020.

If you regularly drive in Weld County or around Northern Colorado, you may think that rural roadways insulate you from DUI enforcement. That is not the case, though. On the contrary, both state and local law enforcement agencies regularly look for intoxicated drivers in both urban and isolated areas. Eventually, you may find yourself sitting beside the road with flashing lights in your rearview mirror. 

While many drunk driving arrests involve only one vehicle, DUI checkpoints are legal in the Centennial State, provided that they are fair and not too intrusive. The Colorado Department of Transportation has a sobriety checkpoint manual to guide enforcement agencies in the legal administration of sobriety checkpoints. Here are some highlights: 

Mediation may be the best process for ending your marriage

On behalf of Grant & Hoffman, P.C. on Wednesday, December 25, 2019.

If you and your spouse have decided on divorce, you are probably not looking forward to litigation, thinking it too intrusive a process with the possibility of a bitter ending.

If you and your soon-to-be ex can work together, mediation may be the best way for you to manage your divorce. There are a number of benefits to this method as compared to a courtroom procedure.

When does a misdemeanor for drunk driving become a felony?

On behalf of Grant & Hoffman, P.C. on Wednesday, December 11, 2019.

Just a few years ago, any conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol was classed as a misdemeanor in the state of Colorado, but the drunk driving laws have changed.

At a certain level, the charge for DUI becomes a felony and brings with it some harsh penalties, including the possibility of time behind bars.

Can you expunge a DUI conviction in Colorado?

On behalf of Grant & Hoffman, P.C. on Thursday, October 24, 2019.

Probably no one has to tell you that driving drunk is a big mistake in the Centennial State. After all, Colorado has some of the toughest DUI penalties in the country. Even worse, because alcohol causes your reflexes to slow, you may injure yourself or others if you climb behind the wheel with a blood alcohol concentration above Colorado’s 0.08% legal limit. 

Anyone facing criminal charges knows how intimidating the justice system can be. If an officer arrests you for driving under the influence, you may plan to plead guilty and try to erase the conviction from your criminal record later. Unfortunately, Colorado law only allows expunctions under limited circumstances. 

How DUI arrests typically unfold in Colorado

On behalf of Grant & Hoffman, P.C. on Tuesday, October 22, 2019.

Greeley has many bars, restaurants and entertainment venues that serve alcohol. If you want to leave town and head to Fort Collins, Boulder or Denver, you can find thousands of places to enjoy a cocktail, pint of beer or glass of wine. You must be careful not to drive if your blood alcohol concentration is above Colorado’s 0.08% legal limit, though. 

If an officer has ever pulled over your vehicle for any reason, you realize how stressful a stop can be. For moving violations, you may have to pay a potentially costly ticket. If an officer suspects you of driving under the influence of alcohol, though, your traffic stop may quickly turn into a nightmare. That is, your stop may lead to an arrest. Here are how DUI arrests typically unfold in Colorado: 

Record sealing can aid in preventing long-term DUI damage

On behalf of Grant & Hoffman, P.C. on Thursday, September 26, 2019.

Perhaps you are a college student and a driver under the age of 21. You often get together with friends and do not see a problem with driving after having enjoyed a few beers.

However, a conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol is definitely problematic. This kind of mark on your record will follow you and create roadblocks in your life, but record sealing can prevent long-term damage from DUI.

The consequences of hiding assets during a divorce

On behalf of Grant & Hoffman, P.C. on Wednesday, September 4, 2019.

Few things in life are more difficult than going through a divorce. Fortunately, if you and your spouse have considerable assets, you may not have to worry about your financial future. 

In Colorado, family law judges divide marital property based upon what is equitable. Of course, you can mediate or otherwise negotiate with your partner to receive more or less than that. Still, you can only receive your fair share if you know marital property exists. 

Tips for getting through divorce

On behalf of Grant & Hoffman, P.C. on Monday, July 29, 2019.

Few events in life affect emotional and mental health more than divorce. It is usually cited as second only to the death of a loved one.

Getting through a separation and divorce, even when the action is necessary, can take a real toll on emotional health. To make sure you do not lose your way during the process, take some time to review these tips and implement them into your routine.

Avoid these mistakes during your high-asset divorce

On behalf of Grant & Hoffman, P.C. on Friday, July 26, 2019.

Divorce is difficult for most people, especially when it comes to financial and legal matters. If you are ending a high-net-worth marriage, the process can be even harder. When significant assets and wealth are at stake, it can cause more stress, arguments and mistakes. 

The good news is that you are not the first person to go through a high-asset divorce in Colorado, which means you can learn from others' mistakes. Here are some major errors to avoid during a divorce with complex assets.

Colorado's reckless driving laws

On behalf of Grant & Hoffman, P.C. on Wednesday, June 26, 2019.

Driving in a dangerous manner can cause you to face fines and jail time. In Colorado, reckless driving is a class two misdemeanor. You may receive a conviction for reckless driving if you operate a vehicle with an intentional disregard for the safety of other people or property.

Some examples of reckless driving include driving at excessive speeds, playing a game of "chicken" or cutting off other vehicles while speeding. 

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