Colorado DUI Offenses
The following important facts outline the details of a first, second, and third DUI offense, including penalties, fees, insurance, and jail time:
- DUI First offense: For your Colorado DUI first offense, you may face a suspended license by the Department of Motor Vehicles, especially if you do not contact the DMV to request a hearing within seven days of being charged with a DUI. Failure to contact the DMV within seven days results in an automatic suspension of your license. The maximum criminal punishment for a DUI in Colorado is one year in jail, along with a $1000 fine, 96 hours of community service, and alcohol education and therapy.
- DUI Second offense: For a Colorado DUI second offense, the law dictates that you must spend a minimum of five to ten days in jail. This is still the case even if the prior conviction occurred in another state many years ago. You might also have your license revoked for up to five years. The amount of time your license will be revoked depends on how much time has passed between the two offenses. There are also high fines associated with a second offense.
- DUI Third offense: A Colorado DUI third offense will most likely result in a minimum sentence of one year in a county prison. If you are found to be a habitual traffic offender and drunk driver, you could spend time in jail for a Class 6 felony. You could also lose your license for up to five years depending on how much time has passed between your DUI offenses. In addition, you also face the highest fines imposed on DUI offenders if this is your third offense.
Why hiring a good DUI attorney is important
Going to court alone to defend yourself in a DUI first, second, or third offense is never a good idea. Doing so could result in the highest penalties outlined above, including maximum jail time, maximum fines, and maximum loss of license. Hiring an experienced Colorado DUI lawyer ensures that you are doing all that you can to defend yourself in your DUI case.
Rhidian Orr of The Orr Law Firm is a DUI attorney in Colorado who specializes in DUI and criminal traffic defense. With passion and fervor, Rhidian Orr will defend you in your DUI case to help you maintain your rights and avoid the worst possible consequences.
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