Car insurance is a legal requirement for all drivers in Colorado. This ensures financial protection for drivers in case of an accident. But what happens if you get into an accident and don't have car insurance? Can you get...more
3/28/2025
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Bodily Injury ,
Car Accident ,
Colorado ,
Drivers ,
Insurance Claims ,
Insurance Industry ,
Insurance Regulations ,
Liability Insurance ,
Penalties ,
Property Damage ,
Regulatory Requirements
When it comes to alcohol-related driving offenses in Colorado, two terms often come up: DWAI and DUI. Many people wonder, "Is a DWAI better than a DUI in Colorado?"
To answer this question comprehensively, we need to...more
9/25/2024
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Criminal Convictions ,
Criminal Defense ,
Drivers ,
Drunk Driving ,
DUI ,
Felonies ,
Fines ,
Intoxication ,
License Suspensions ,
Penalties ,
Probation ,
State and Local Government
When it comes to firearm regulations, Colorado Springs has its own set of rules that residents and visitors must follow. Whether you're a gun enthusiast or simply a concerned citizen, understanding these laws is essential to...more
8/30/2024
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Exceptions ,
Firearms ,
Gun Laws ,
Gun Permits ,
Local Ordinance ,
Municipalities ,
Penalties ,
Private Property ,
Regulation ,
Regulatory Agenda ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
State and Local Government
Colorado's scenic highways and bustling urban centers are home to a constant flow of commercial truck traffic. With this heavy presence of large vehicles comes the need for robust laws and regulations to ensure safety for all...more
7/22/2024
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Commercial Driving Licenses ,
Commercial Truck Drivers ,
Drivers ,
ELD Mandate ,
Enforcement ,
Environmental Policies ,
Motor Carriers ,
Penalties ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
Safety Inspections ,
Safety Training ,
Training Requirements ,
Trucking Regulations
In Colorado, CRS § 22-33-104 the statute that defines school truancy and requires kids to attend school.
If a child doesn't attend school as ordered, or if parents fail to ensure their child's attendance, they can face...more
4/29/2024
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Attendance ,
Colorado ,
Department of Education ,
Minors ,
Notice Requirements ,
Parental Responsibilities ,
Penalties ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
School Districts ,
State and Local Government ,
Students
Colorado has a variety of traffic laws, covering everything from parking issues to more serious offenses like reckless driving and DUI. One significant traffic rule in Colorado is the “Move Over” law, which is considered one...more
The laws about carrying knives in Colorado can be a bit tricky. You're allowed to openly carry knives, but there are some restrictions if you want to carry them concealed - meaning hiding them from plain view.
You may...more
Impaired driving charges are no joke. When an individual operates a vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol or drugs, they may find themselves facing an arrest for Operating a Vehicle Impaired or for...more
In Colorado, both medical and recreational cannabis have been legalized; however, there are specific requirements for eligibility to use them. Additionally, laws are in place to regulate the conduct of individuals under the...more
8/16/2023
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Breathalyzer ,
Cannabis Products ,
Colorado ,
Criminal Convictions ,
Criminal Defense ,
Drivers ,
Drugged Driving ,
DUI ,
Intoxication ,
Legal Representatives ,
Marijuana ,
Penalties
No matter your age, a DUI charge is something that can have long-lasting consequences with far-reaching impacts. While much attention is often given to underaged drinking and driving, it's essential to recognize that DUIs can...more
7/26/2023
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Breathalyzer ,
Community Service ,
Criminal Convictions ,
Criminal Defense ,
Drunk Driving ,
DUI ,
Fines ,
License Suspensions ,
Penalties ,
Probation
Many people have long viewed Colorado as a reflection of the Wild West, where rugged individualism and free-spiritedness reign. While this image certainly has some truth to it, it is important to remember that we are still...more
4/17/2023
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Concealed Carry Permit ,
Concealed Weapons ,
Firearms ,
Gun Laws ,
Penalties ,
Regulation ,
Resident's Rights ,
State and Local Government ,
State Legislatures ,
Visitors
The consequences of a DUI conviction in Colorado extend beyond legal penalties. On top of legal penalties such as fines, license suspension or revocation, and even jail time, those convicted of a DUI in Colorado face other...more
3/14/2023
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Criminal Convictions ,
Criminal Defense ,
Criminal Prosecution ,
DMV ,
Driver's License Suspensions ,
Drivers ,
Drunk Driving ,
DUI ,
Penalties ,
Probation ,
State and Local Government
The President of the United States awarded pardons to individuals who were convicted of federal offenses involving simple marijuana possession on October 6, 2022. Convictions under state and local law are not covered by the...more
12/14/2022
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Controlled Substances Act ,
Criminal Convictions ,
Federal Land ,
Governor Pardons ,
Joe Biden ,
Marijuana ,
National Park Service ,
Penalties ,
Presidential Pardons ,
Schedule I Drugs ,
State and Local Government ,
State Department of Fish and Wildlife
Cannabis has been legal in Colorado for some time, both recreationally and medically. Despite this, driving under the influence of marijuana is not legal. Those who support marijuana argue that driving while high is very...more
11/23/2022
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Colorado ,
Drugged Driving ,
DUI ,
Liability ,
Marijuana ,
Medical Marijuana ,
Negligence ,
Penalties ,
Reckless Driving ,
Recreational Use
Federal law allows each state to determine what the penalties for driving under the influence should be. While most states have similar penalties for DUI offenses, there are still small discrepancies between each state. There...more