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DWAI Lawyer

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Resourceful, Skilled Attorneys for Your Colorado DWAI Charge

Under some circumstances, drinking and driving in Colorado is treated nearly as seriously as drunk driving. Our authorities are serious about stopping, arresting and prosecuting impaired drivers as well as those over the DUI limit of 0.08 percent BAC. A blood alcohol content level above .05 percent can result in a DWAI charge — for "driving while ability impaired."

We know the law and the trends prevailing in the Denver-area and surrounding county courts. You can turn to the attorneys of Cross Liechty Lane PC, for representation driven by your individual situation and concerns. We can begin with a free initial consultation to discuss your case.

Recognizing the Realities of DWAI Consequences

Important considerations include:

  • First-offense DWAI penalties can include a considerable fine, public service, and even jail time. Although with a clean record you may not be facing automatic driver's license suspension, DWAI is an eight-point offense.
  • A second DWAI, one after or before a DUI, or any of various combined alcohol- or drug-related offenses and traffic violations can put your freedom, privileges and even future opportunities on the line. The financial impact will also be substantial.

Ready to Fight the Charge or Negotiate on Your Behalf

Two of our attorneys are former prosecutors, and we are well equipped to explore negotiating opportunities for minimizing damage to your life and record. We are seasoned trial lawyers as well, ready to treat your DWAI seriously and treat you with respect.

Just as we do when mounting a DUI defense, we will investigate your traffic stop and look at all opportunities for challenging evidence against you — including BAC testing or other procedural problems. We will then honestly explain your options as we see them, based on decades of experience in the law.

You can put our solid reputation on your side along with excellent knowledge of the legal system and serious case-building skills. Please contact us now — while a range of legal options may be open to you.

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