Getting charged with a DUI in Colorado isn’t just a legal problem—it’s a personal crisis. The effects go far beyond fines, court dates, and license suspensions. A DUI charge can ripple through every area of your life, quietly altering how you’re seen at work, among...
If you're facing a DUI charge in Colorado Springs, you already know the stakes are high. You might be overwhelmed, scared, or confused about what steps to take next. The legal system is complex, and navigating it without a skilled guide could cost you your freedom,...
Driving under the influence of alcohol not only risks the life of the offender and everyone around him or her, but – especially for military personnel – it can also have far-reaching consequences on one’s career. Drunk driving has serious implications both on and off...
Police often rely on a driver’s performance on a field sobriety tests to prove that he or she was driving under the influence. However, field sobriety tests are less than perfect, and sometimes completely sober drivers fail these tests. Here, we discuss three ways...
Why should someone be worried about false accusations involving domestic violence? False allegations can ruin a person's life. When police are called for domestic violence, in almost all cases an arrest is made. It is not something law enforcement takes lightly. It...
If you are involved in a domestic dispute and the police are called to the site, they will oftentimes use their own judgment to decide who is the victim and who is the aggressor. Unfortunately, their assumptions are not always correct. This mostly happens between a...
If you are concerned about your safety with a partner being violent, or fear they will become violent, then you should absolutely contact the police to ensure your safety. However, if you are calling the police in order to "teach a lesson" to your significant other,...
Frequently Asked Questions: Colorado Domestic Violence Q: Do I have to plead guilty to the charges in order to get out of jail? A. Absolutely not! Bond will be set for you and, once posted, you will be released. Do not plead guilty because you think you have to in...
Are you in the military and facing domestic violence charges in Colorado Springs or the surrounding areas? My name is Christian A. Schwaner, and I specialize in defending military personnel who have been charged with domestic violence. I am here to help. I hope you’ll...
If you are a member of the military and have been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while ability impaired (DWAI) in Colorado Springs or the surrounding areas, you should contact an experienced Colorado Springs military DUI defense lawyer right...
Life is full of stressful situations and it does not stop once you leave work and enter your home. Situations happen that can have many different explanations. Those facing domestic violence charges know this more than anyone, and it is helpful to educate yourself on...