DUI causing injury is a form of vehicular assault in Denver, Aurora, and Lakewood with significant penalties. With the holiday season in full swing, many motorists are out and about attending events where alcohol is enjoyed with co-workers, friends, and family. Getting behind the wheel too soon after these festivities can be costly. Furthermore, should an accident occur and someone is seriously injured, law enforcement will look to hold you accountable. It is important to note that marijuana and prescription medications can also lead to DUI causing injury charges, not just liquor, beer, and wine. If you or someone you know is being accused of DUI causing injury in Colorado, exercise your right to remain silent and contact Sawyer Legal Group as soon as you can.

Denver DUI Causing Injury Law

Denver's DUI causing injury law prohibits drunk or drugged driving that leads to another's injury. CRS 18-3-205 defines DUI vehicular assault throughout Denver, Arapahoe, and Adams County. Law enforcement will pursue charges if they believe you:

• operated a motor vehicle,
• while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both,
• AND that conduct was a proximate cause of another's serious bodily injury

To prove your impairment, police will examine your BAC (blood alcohol content), carefully analyze your statements and driving, gather witness accounts of the accident, and search for what you did prior to driving the vehicle. We highly recommend driver's in accidents not submit to any roadside maneuvers. Politely declining these can go a long way in your defense.

How Bad is DUI Causing Injury in Colorado?

Each DUI causing injury is different. A defendant's criminal background and drunk driving history have a significant impact on consequences. A conviction in Denver, Aurora, or Lakewood can lead to:

• a prison sentence of up to 6 years,
• a max fine of $500K,
• 3 years of parole

This type of vehicular assault may also result in revocation of your driver's license for 12 months. Larger restitution amounts in DUI causing injury cases aren't uncommon either.

Denver's Leading DUI Attorney

A crime like DUI causing injury requires immediate action on the part of the defendant. Just because you've been accused or charged doesn't mean you're guilty. Perhaps you weren't under the influence of alcohol or drugs or the blood / breath tests weren't handled properly. Contact our office today for a free, confidential consultation. Our DUI lawyers will thoroughly analyze your case, answer your questions, and suggest next steps in your defense. We offer same-day jail visits, a 24/7 emergency line, and affordable fees with flexible payment plans. Skilled representation is a reality for the accused at Sawyer Legal Group.

Don't talk to the police about DUI causing injury - talk to us. 303-830-0880

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