The charge of driving under the influence of drugs (DUID) is serious, having many of the same devastating penalties that follow a conviction for DUI. Consequences such as stiff fines, loss of driving privileges and jail time can force life-altering changes in a driver's life. A skilled lawyer can fight to minimize these penalties.
At Jurdem, LLC, our Colorado DUID attorneys strive to guide clients through the legal process in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible. We will immediately investigate and challenge all aspects of your charge from the validity of the initial stop to the accuracy of your blood test results. Trust our lawyers to aggressively defend you every step of the way.
DUID Attorney in Colorado
Often when a law enforcement officer has observed bad driving that was, in theory, caused by drugs, he or she will contact a drug recognition expert. These individuals have a list of criteria that they use to determine the presence of drugs, including smell in the vehicle, slurred speech, and red eyes or dilated pupils. Often, the drug recognition expert will suggest the presence of marijuana and request that the defendant submit to a blood test.
It can be difficult to accurately measure driving impairment due to the presence of drugs in your system. For example, inactive THC metabolites stay in a marijuana user's blood for up to five weeks. The mere presence of this chemical does not necessarily mean his or her driving ability was hindered in any way. Active THC metabolites are even more difficult to measure. It is important to schedule a free initial consultation with an experienced attorney at Jurdem, LLC, immediately so we can begin to develop your defense.
Contact a Colorado DUID Lawyer today
For experienced legal counsel that can help you properly defend yourself against DUID charges, turn to Jurdem, LLC, in Boulder. Call 303-800-3509 or toll free at 877-761-7852 or simply contact us online for a free initial consultation with one of our exceptional criminal defense attorneys. We accept major credit cards for our clients' convenience.
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