Legal Question in DUI Law in Colorado

I was arrested for DUI but refused the field sobriety and blood alcohol tests. Additionally I did not sign any documents that I was not compelled to while in custody. Finally, the Appearance Bond form listed my middle name completely wrong. Is this enough lack of evidence to hope for a dismissal?


Asked on 10/01/12, 2:47 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Damon Cassens Waters, Kubik, and Cassens

Probably not. The DA can still proceed to try to get a conviction based upon the other evidence they have.

You might, however, have grounds to file a motion to dismiss based upon the incorrect identification. Your name is generally one of the things the cops have to get correct. If your name is correct on the summons, you're most likely out of luck.

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Answered on 10/01/12, 5:53 am
Clifton Black Law Offices of Clifton Black

The DUI statute provides two possible ways to be convicted of DUI. One is based on the chemical test. The other is based on the officers observations. If you refused the chemical test then you should have only been charged with the other DUI offense. The fact that you refused to do the roadsides does decrease the amount of evidence they have to use against you. However, the office can testify to things such as: The suspect was pulled over for ..., had an odor of alcohol on his/.her breath, bloodshot watery eyes, slurred speech, unsteady on feet, etc. You should contact an attorney for a free consult. Damon Cassens, the first attorney to respond to your questions is a great DUI attorney.

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Answered on 10/01/12, 8:41 am


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