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Trusted DUI Defense Attorneys in Denver, CO
Colorado DUI Lawyers is a dedicated defense firm specializing in DUI and DUID cases across Colorado. With over 25 years of combined experience, our attorneys focus on protecting clients' rights through strategic legal defense, leveraging deep knowledge of state and federal DUI laws. We prioritize personalized representation, offering free consultations and case evaluations to guide clients through arrests, DMV hearings, and court proceedings.Our team combines military discipline, prosecutorial insight, and academic excellence to challenge evidence, negotiate plea bargains, and advocate for reduced charges or dismissals. We serve clients statewide, emphasizing transparency, client education, and proactive defense strategies to minimize the long-term impacts of DUI charges on employment, insurance, and personal freedom.
Services
DUI Defense
DUID Defense
Felony DUI Cases
DMV Hearings
License Reinstatement
Plea Bargaining
Trial Representation
Domestic Violence Charges
Interstate License Issues
BAC Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of combined experience in Colorado DUI defense.
- Our team includes a former Deputy District Attorney with prosecutorial expertise.
- We challenge evidence through advanced legal research and expert witnesses.
- Free initial consultations and case evaluations are available 24/7.
- Our attorneys hold advanced degrees in law, theology, and mathematics.
Associations and certifications
- National College of DUI Defense
- DUI Defense Lawyers Association
What people say
Expert legal knowledge
Responsive communication
Successful dismissals
Personalized strategies
Compassionate representation
Services
DUI Defense
Our DUI defense service focuses on challenging arrests, suppressing evidence, and negotiating reduced charges for clients facing alcohol-related driving charges. We leverage prosecutorial experience and scientific analysis of BAC testing to build tailored defense strategies. With over 25 years of combined experience, we protect clients' licenses and freedom through DMV hearings and court representation.
DUID Defense
DUID defense addresses driving under drug influence charges through expert analysis of field sobriety tests and toxicology reports. Our attorneys challenge unreliable testing methods and build defenses based on constitutional violations. We provide strategic representation from arrest through trial to minimize penalties like license revocation and jail time.
Felony DUI Cases
Felony DUI defense handles cases with three+ prior convictions nationwide. We challenge enhanced penalties through motion practice and evidentiary hearings. Our team leverages prosecutorial insights to negotiate alternatives to jail time while protecting clients' rights under Colorado's strict habitual offender laws.
DMV Hearings
DMV hearing representation preserves driving privileges after DUI arrests. We request officer testimony to challenge revocation grounds and secure temporary licenses. Our process includes filing motions, presenting evidence, and negotiating extensions to maintain clients' ability to drive during legal proceedings.
License Reinstatement
License reinstatement assistance guides clients through Colorado's complex process for regaining driving privileges post-revocation. We prepare documentation, represent clients at hearings, and address interstate compact issues to help restore legal driving status for those with out-of-state convictions.
People
Jim Forslund
Founding Attorney
A Phi Beta Kappa graduate with mathematics and law degrees, Jim has practiced DUI defense since 1979. He founded the DUI Defense Lawyers Association and combines military discipline with prosecutorial insight to challenge evidence.
Gary Pareja
Attorney
A Colorado native and former Deputy District Attorney, Gary leverages prosecutorial experience to build defenses. He graduated from Golden Gate Law School in 1980 and focuses on challenging evidence through constitutional violations.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a Colorado DUI arrest?
Request a DMV hearing within 7 days, contact an attorney, and avoid discussing your case with law enforcement without legal representation.
How can you challenge DUI blood alcohol test results?
We analyze testing protocols, equipment calibration, and officer training to identify errors that could invalidate BAC readings in court.
Can out-of-state residents get Colorado driver's licenses after DUI revocation?
Yes, we help clients navigate interstate compact agreements and Colorado's licensing requirements for those with out-of-state DUI convictions.
What's the difference between DUI and DWAI in Colorado?
DWAI (Driving While Ability Impaired) applies to BAC 0.05-0.08%, while DUI requires visible impairment. Penalties differ, with DUI carrying harsher consequences.
Do you offer payment plans for legal services?
Yes, we provide flexible payment options and low-cost representation to ensure quality DUI defense remains accessible for all clients.
How does prior DUI history affect current charges?
Three lifetime convictions elevate charges to felony status with mandatory jail time. We challenge prior conviction validity and seek sentence reductions.
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