The police may ask drivers who have been pulled over under the suspicion of drunk driving to take a "breath" test. A breath test is a small portable device that the police can use to measure the blood alcohol content (BAC) of drivers. If the BAC levels are above the...
The rise of smartphones and instant messaging apps has brought the ease of sharing pictures and videos with just a tap. While this technology fosters connectivity and instant sharing of memories, it has paved the way for dangerous practices, especially among young...
You’ve probably seen it dozens of times on television or in the movies: A police officer dramatically pulls out a pair of handcuffs and starts reciting that familiar Miranda Warning that begins, “You have the right to remain silent…” Unfortunately, pop culture has led...
Chances are you've stumbled upon online articles or videos that claim to offer ingenious ways to beat a breathalyzer test when you've had a few too many drinks. Firstly, you don’t want to set out thinking you can drink and drive, as breath test or not, it’s incredibly...
The police could charge someone with driving under the influence (DUI) on any day of the year at any time of day. Yet, they make far more arrests at certain times of year. Why is this? Colorado law enforcement runs campaigns to catch drunk drivers on certain dates....
If you called 911 or otherwise sought emergency help for a friend or someone you happened to be with who appeared to be suffering a drug overdose, do you run the risk of being arrested for your own drug possession and use? In most cases, you don’t. Colorado, like most...
Shoplifting costs U.S. retailers billions every year. Reports put their losses for 2021 at $95 billion. So it is understandable that stores want to do all they can to prevent people from walking out of their stores with goods they have not bought. Yet, sometimes, they...
The police are not permitted to lie to a court. If discovered they could face serious disciplinary action. Yet that does not mean they cannot use lies to secure a conviction. Lying to a suspect they are questioning is a common police tactic and it’s one that the law...
If the police charge you with a crime, someone’s memory may have contributed toward their decision. Someone told an officer that they recall seeing you, or someone matching your description doing something that links you to the crime. The problem is that most people’s...
It is a common assumption that drivers get pulled over and subsequently charged with a DUI, DWAI or DUID when the officer sees them driving erratically or causing an accident. However, there are a variety of other circumstances where the person may face charges even...
