DUI

Will a DUI Hurt Your Military Career? A Fort Carson Service Member’s Guide to Colorado Springs DUI Defense

An off-base DUI near Fort Carson can reach your command, clearance, and rank. Learn how a Colorado Springs DUI defense lawyer protects a service member after a civilian DUI arrest.

How a DUI Lawyer Helps with License Suspension & DMV Hearing in Colorado

One of the most immediate concerns my clients face after a DUI arrest in Colorado is the threat of losing their drivers license. As the lead attorney at Christian A. Schwaner, P.C., I have helped countless individuals navigate the DMV hearing process and fight to keep...

First-Time DUI Offenders in Colorado Springs: Legal Options and Penalties

If you have been charged with a DUI for the first time in Colorado Springs, I understand how overwhelming this experience can be. As the founder of Christian A. Schwaner, P.C., I have spent years helping individuals navigate the complex legal landscape surrounding DUI...

Top Criminal Defense Strategies from an Experienced Colorado Criminal Defense Attorney

When you are facing criminal charges in Colorado, the strategy your attorney employs can make the difference between a conviction and an acquittal, between years in prison and your freedom. As an experienced Colorado criminal defense attorney who has defended...
How to Minimize the Impact of a DUI Charge on Your Record

How to Minimize the Impact of a DUI Charge on Your Record

Facing a DUI charge in Colorado Springs is one of the most stressful experiences a person can go through. Overnight, your future can feel uncertain. You may worry about losing your job, damaging your reputation, or carrying a permanent stain on your criminal record....

Why You Shouldn’t Represent Yourself in a DUI Case

Why You Shouldn’t Represent Yourself in a DUI Case

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...

Colorado Springs DUI Laws: A Comprehensive Overview

Colorado Springs DUI Laws: A Comprehensive Overview

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...

First-Time DUI Offenders: What You Need to Know

First-Time DUI Offenders: What You Need to Know

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...

Understanding BAC Levels and Their Impact on Your DUI Case

Understanding BAC Levels and Their Impact on Your DUI Case

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...

Navigating the DUI Defense Process: A Practical Guide

Navigating the DUI Defense Process: A Practical Guide

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...

The Role of a DUI Attorney in Defending Your Case

The Role of a DUI Attorney in Defending Your Case

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...

How to Choose the Right Colorado Springs DUI Lawyer for Your Case

How to Choose the Right Colorado Springs DUI Lawyer for Your Case

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,...

Colorado Springs DUI Breathalyzer Test: Everything You Need to Know

Driving under the influence (DUI) is against the law in Colorado. Drivers accused of getting behind the wheel after drinking can face serious criminal charges. Generally, the police start this process by administering a breathalyzer test. We can help you review...

What Are the Penalties for Violating DUI Probation?

Depending on if this is your first offense or not, violating your DUI probation can result in fines, jail, community service, or tracking devices. These choices are open to the probation officer and the judge. They can result in an acceptable settlement of the...

DUI for Compressed Air Huffing

A charge of driving under the influence (DUI) can take many forms and have different variations. Due to the wide selection of drug combinations available, one of them is operating a vehicle while huffing. A DUI for compressed air huffing carries different penalties...

Can You Get a DUI on a Bike?

DUI stands for driving under the influence. What if you’re on the road and not driving? Can you get a DUI on a bike? The answer is yes. If you’re in any kind of vehicle on public roadways while intoxicated, you can get a DUI. That includes bicycles under the laws of...

DUI and Your 4th Amendment Rights

The Fourth Amendment safeguards people from unauthorized searches, seizures, and arrests and necessitates a court-issued warrant even in situations when there is probable cause.  However, there is a gap in the law that allows a warrantless stop if the officer thinks...

Refusing to take a roadside breathalyzer test in Colorado

A DUI or DWAI conviction in Colorado can wreak havoc on all aspects of your life. In addition to facing criminal penalties like the loss of your driving privileges, community service hours, fines, and jail time, a DUI or DWAI conviction can have other consequences as...

Everything You Need to Know About Field Sobriety Tests

Do you have the right to refuse a field sobriety test? In Colorado, law enforcement officers may apprehend drivers who they suspect may be under the influence of alcohol or drugs. In some cases, they may ask the driver to submit to a field sobriety test....

How Will Self-Driving Cars Impact Colorado DUI Laws?

We’re not as far away from the driverless car as one might think. Automobile technologies continue to evolve, and within several years, we’ll probably see widespread use of self-driving cars. Some will use this technology to lessen their time spent commuting, others...