Colorado Requires Officers to Make an Arrest Colorado is among a small number of states with a true mandatory arrest law for cases involving intimate partners or household members. Under C.R.S. Section 18-6-803.6, an officer who develops probable cause to believe a...
Colorado Divides Assault Into Three Degrees Colorado law separates assault into three distinct degrees, each carrying its own elements and penalty range. Under C.R.S. Section 18-3-202, first-degree assault covers intentionally causing serious bodily injury with a...
When most people think about impaired driving, alcohol is usually the first thing that comes to mind. However, drugged driving operating a vehicle while under the influence of prescription drugs, illegal substances, or even certain over-the-counter medications is a...
If you’ve been charged with a DUI in Colorado Springs, you may be tempted to handle the case on your own. After all, it might seem straightforward you go to court, tell your side of the story, and hope for leniency. But as someone who’s spent nearly two decades...
Driving under the influence (DUI) is one of the most serious charges a person can face in Colorado Springs. Beyond the immediate penalties of fines, license suspension, and possible jail time, a DUI conviction can leave a lasting mark on your personal and professional...
Being charged with a DUI for the first time is often overwhelming. Many people facing this situation have never been in trouble with the law before, and suddenly they find themselves navigating Colorado’s criminal law system with fear, uncertainty, and confusion. As a...
When someone is arrested for driving under the influence in Colorado, one of the first numbers that comes up is their Blood Alcohol Concentration, or BAC. As the owner of Christian A. Schwaner, P.C., and a former prosecutor with nearly 20 years of criminal law...
Facing a DUI charge in Colorado Springs can be overwhelming. Between court dates, paperwork, and the possibility of losing your license, it’s easy to feel like the system is working against you. As the owner of Christian A. Schwaner, P.C. and a former prosecutor with...
Being charged with a DUI in Colorado Springs is more than a legal hiccup—it’s a serious event that can impact your freedom, your finances, your job, and even your future. For many, it’s their first time facing the intimidating wall of the criminal justice system. And...
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,...