DUI Lawyer Colorado Springs, P.C.

06/27/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions about DUI law is that you cannot be charged with DUI if your vehicle is parked. In reality, Colorado law focuses on whether a person was in "actual physical control" of the vehicle while impaired, and that determination can depend on factors such as where the keys were located, whether the engine was running, where the vehicle was parked, and the driver's ability to operate the vehicle. Every case is highly fact-specific, and simply being asleep or sitting in a parked car does not automatically mean a conviction is inevitable. Because the stakes can include license consequences, fines, probation, and even jail time, it is critical to have an experienced Colorado DUI defense attorney carefully examine the facts and challenge the prosecution's assumptions about actual physical control. Contact in Bio

04/20/2026

False positives with a Colorado DUI interlock device can happen more often than people realize, and from a Colorado criminal defense attorney’s point of view, the smartest approach is to treat every test like it matters: avoid mouthwash, breath spray, cough syrup, kombucha, or anything alcohol-based before driving, wait at least 15 to 20 minutes after eating, drinking, smoking, or va**ng, rinse your mouth with water when possible, and keep a written log if the device records a failed test you believe is wrong. I also tell clients to get regular device service, follow every calibration appointment, and report any suspected malfunction immediately, because in Colorado, an interlock violation can create serious problems if you do not document it early and correctly.

04/11/2026

An experienced Colorado DUI lawyer can help defend you by carefully reviewing every part of your case, including the traffic stop, field sobriety tests, breath or blood testing procedures, police reports, body camera footage, and whether law enforcement followed your constitutional rights at each stage. A strong defense attorney may be able to challenge illegal stops, unreliable testing, improper police procedures, or weaknesses in the prosecution’s evidence, while also representing you at both your criminal case and DMV license-related proceedings. Just as importantly, an experienced lawyer can negotiate for reduced charges, lighter penalties, or alternative sentencing when appropriate, and build the strongest possible strategy to protect your license, record, freedom, and future. Contact in bio

03/27/2026

As a Colorado criminal defense attorney, I know how much a criminal record can continue to punish good people long after a case is over, which is why I work to help clients pursue record sealing whenever the law allows. Sealing a criminal record can make a real difference in employment, housing, professional licensing, and peace of mind, but the process is not automatic and depends on the type of case, the outcome, and the waiting period that may apply. My job is to review the history carefully, determine eligibility, prepare the strongest possible petition, and guide my client through each step so they have the best chance to move forward with dignity, privacy, and a fresh start.

03/25/2026

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In this video, we take a serious look at accountability, investigative failures, and what happens when the justice system appears to protect itself instead o...

02/16/2026

02/04/2026

Mike explains the difference between a DUI and a DWAI in Colorado

01/31/2026

Express consent hearing explained by a Colorado Springs, CO Criminal Defense Attorney

01/21/2026

DUI With Ma*****na Can Be A Serious Charge In Colorado