Maybe you had a couple of drinks with family or friends. Maybe you got behind the wheel afterward. A police officer stopped you and after conducting some tests, he or she suspected you of driving under the influence. Does an arrest equal a conviction? An arrest does not equal a
If you’ve been enjoying the benefits of a good, strong drink for a number years, it’ easy to underestimate just how intoxicated you are. The human body builds up a remarkable tolerance to alcohol, leaving many individuals who are legally impaired believing that they are perfectly fine to operate a
For those who like to occasionally meet and socialize outside their homes with friends (and, candidly, who doesn’t fit that description?), is it really propitious that St. Patrick’s Day — certainly on the short list of any calendar entry vying for top-party day of the year — falls on a
Sobriety checkpoints are a frustrating reality of our current legal system, but their acceptance is far from universal. Currently, about 20 percent of the country has outlawed their use on constitutional grounds. At a federal level, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled nearly thirty years ago that sobriety checkpoints could be
You’ve likely heard that drunk drivers cause approximately half of all fatal accidents in Colorado. Statistics suggest such estimations are high. Although any life lost because a person drove drunk is one life too many, it’s worth noting that not every person pulled over and charged with DUI is guilty
Whether you are the proud owner of a brand new, high-power turbo sports car, or you are happy driving the same old pre-owned vehicle you got a great deal on at the used car lot, car maintenance is a necessary part of keeping your car on the road. Regularly checking air pressure
Law enforcement officials have various tools in their arsenal to try to prevent drunk driving. Some people push against these tools because they don’t think they are effective or feel they place too big of a burden on the people who are subjected to them. Ignition interlock devices are one
You consider yourself a very responsible person. Even when you get together with friends after work for a drink or two, you know your limits and are careful not to exceed them, especially when you plan to drive yourself home. So, what happens when police pull you over? Perhaps you
Do you make a living in Colorado in one of the most stressful professions? Just as construction and farming jobs come with inherent safety risks, other types of employment can be just as mentally stressful. If you’re working as a professional in one of these fields, it doesn’t necessarily mean
Tis the season for holiday parties and family gatherings, and with this increase in festive activities comes an increase in opportunities for driving after drinking. It is easy, and far too common, to assume that it’s no big deal to have a few drinks at a holiday party or big
