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My 2nd DUI in Denver Colorado

In many cases, a second Colorado drunk driving charge can be the easiest to get, and requires a more aggressive and complex defense than many first-time DUI charges.

The Denver drunk driving defense lawyers at Rosenthal & Heymann will begin moving immediately to protect your rights, your freedom and your livelihood. By providing comprehensive defense, at both the DMV Administrative Hearing and through the criminal court process, we will fight for the best outcome possible in your case.

Colorado Drunk Driving – Second Offense DUI

  • 1-year license suspension
  • 90 days to 1 year in jail (10 days mandatory)
  • Up to $1,500 in fines
  • Court Costs
  • Ignition Interlock
  • Up to 120 hours of Community Service
  • Alcohol Treatment

DUI with prior DWAI Conviction

  • 70 days to 1 year in jail (7 days minimum)

  • Up to $1,000 in fines

  • 1-year license suspension

  • Up to 112 hours of community service

  • Court Costs

  • Ignition Interlock

  • Alcohol Treatment

About 10,000 Colorado motorists a year are arrested and charged with a repeat drunk driving offense, typically a second offense. About one-third of all drunk driving charges are against repeat offenders, according to state statistics, which indicate drivers with a DUI conviction on their record are more likely to be arrested a second time.

The likelihood of jail time and job loss increases substantially if you are convicted of a second violation. A Denver DUI defense attorney will need to aggressively challenge evidence in your case, including: The probable cause for the traffic stop; the results of field sobriety tests and the breathalyzer examination; and the training and conduct of the officers involved. A motion to suppress evidence should be filed and argued before the court, which can provide more leverage for negotiating with the state’s attorneys, and may even result in a reduction of the charges or a dismissal of the case.

In many instances, prosecutors and judges can be a little tougher to deal with when it comes to a repeated violation, especially in cases where a client may still be under court restrictions or completing community service or other obligations stemming from the first offense. An experienced law firm should be retained to prepare your case for trial. By sending a strong signal that you are prepared to fight, your attorney may best be able to negotiate from a position of strength and protect your rights to drive, your freedom and independence and the future financial well-being of you and your family.

At Rosenthal & Heymann, our DUI defense lawyers represent clients facing a second arrest for drunk driving in Denver or the surrounding area, including

Lakewood, Englewood, Aurora and Boulder. Call today for a free and confidential consultation to discuss your rights.

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