Summit County DUI Lawyer

When you are arrested for a DUI in Summit County, it is important to know your rights and have a qualified DUI lawyer on your side. At the Law Offices of J.B Katz, we understand what you are going through and will work diligently to get the best possible outcome for your case. Contact us today to discuss your situation with an experienced Summit County DUI lawyer.

DUI Penalties in Colorado

If you are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) in Colorado, you will be facing some serious penalties. These penalties can include the following:

Jail Time

First DUI – The minimum jail sentence for a first-time DUI conviction in Colorado is five days. The maximum sentence that can be imposed is one year. The jail time in a first DUI can be waived if the judge decides to do so.
Second DUI – The minimum jail sentence for a second DUI conviction is 10 consecutive days.
Third DUI – You will be required to spend at least 60 days in jail consecutively, up to one year.

The court will take into account several factors when deciding on the length of your jail sentence, including your blood alcohol content (BAC) at the time of arrest, whether you were involved in an accident, and whether there were any minors in the vehicle.

Fines

First DUI – The fines for a first-time DUI in Colorado range from $600 to $1,000.
Second DUI – The fines for a second DUI conviction will be up to $1,500.
Third DUI – The fines for a third DUI conviction will be up to $1,500.

The exact amount will be determined by the court based on factors such as your BAC and whether there were any aggravating factors involved.

Community Service

First DUI – If you are convicted of DUI in Colorado, you will be required to perform between 48 and 96 hours of community service.
Second DUI – You will be required to complete 120 hours of community service.
Third DUI – You will be required to complete 120 hours of community service.

Alcohol Education Classes

First DUI – You may be required to attend alcohol education classes as part of your sentence for a first-time DUI conviction in Colorado.
Second DUI – You will be required to attend alcohol education classes.
Third DUI – You will be required to attend alcohol education classes.

The number of classes that you are required to take will be determined by the court based on factors such as your BAC and whether there were any aggravating factors involved.

License Suspension

First DUI – Your license will be suspended for nine months if you are convicted of DUI in Colorado.
Second DUI – Your license will be suspended for one year and you will have to install an ignition interlock device for 2 years after a second DUI conviction in Colorado.
Third DUI – Your license will be suspended for two years, and you will have to install an ignition interlock device for 2 years.

Probation

First DUI – You may be placed on probation for up to two years after a first-time DUI conviction in Colorado.
Second DUI – You may be placed on probation for up to four years after a second DUI conviction in Colorado.
Third DUI – You may be placed on probation for up to four years after a third DUI conviction in Colorado.

The length of your probation will be determined by the court based on factors such as your BAC and whether there were any aggravating factors involved.

Why Hire the Law Offices of J.B Katz?

When you’re facing criminal charges for driving under the influence, the stakes are high. You could be looking at jail time, expensive fines, and a permanent criminal record. That’s why it’s so important to have an experienced Summit County DUI lawyer by your side. You should work with the law offices of J.B. Katz because:

We understand that being charged with a crime can be a very stressful experience, which is why we make it our top priority to keep you informed and involved throughout the entire process. We’ll keep you updated on any developments in your case and will never make any decisions without first consulting with you.
When you come to us, the first thing we’ll do is sit down with you for a free consultation to get to know you and your case. We’ll ask you about the details of your arrest to get a full picture of what happened. From there, we’ll be able to provide you with an honest assessment of your case and let you know what we think the best course of action is.