Summit County, Colorado DWI Attorneys

A drunk driving violation in Colorado is called Driving Under the Influence. In parts of the United States this is referred to as Driving While Intoxicated. Both DWI and DUI are charged when a motorist registers a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or higher. Colorado law also establishes a lesser offense called Driving While Ability Impaired when a motorist is considered impaired with a blood alcohol below the legal level for intoxication.

DWI/DUI/DWAI are all serious criminal charges that could result in a permanent arrest record. If you are concerned about your future and want to keep your record clean, the Summit County, Colorado DWI Attorneys at Reliance Legal Service can help.

Defending against a DWI requires experience, insight and a comprehensive knowledge of Colorado DWI laws. The Silverthorne DWI Lawyers at Reliance Legal Service focus exclusively on Colorado DWI defense, and they have a proven record of success. Reliance Legal will provide personal service too, answering your questions, clearly outlining your legal options and providing you with peace of mind during this stressful time.

For help with your Colorado DWI, contact Summit County DWI Criminal Defense Lawyers Reliance Legal Service by filling out the consultation request form to the left or calling (303) 495-5218. The initial review of your case is free.

Save your driver’s license

When a motorist has been arrested for drunk driving in Colorado the state actually files two cases. The first is a criminal DWI charge that is addressed by the court system. The second is a civil case where the Department of Motor Vehicles will suspend your driving privileges.

If the police establish that you have a blood alcohol content of .08% or higher, they will arrest you with DWI and immediately confiscate your driver’s license. With a DWAI charge, the DMV will suspend your license only if they determine that you have reached 12 driving penalty points within a 12 month period.

Whether your license was confiscated or you received a suspension notice from the DMV you have only seven days to request a special hearing or you will lose your driving privileges. It is extremely difficult to reverse a suspension.

The Summit County DWI Lawyers at Reliance Legal can represent you at the DMV hearing and improve the chances of keeping your license. You must contact Reliance Legal quickly though if you want to win your case.

DWI and DWAI Penalties

There are many variables on a DWI case though a first time offender can expect to pay fines and court costs, perform community service, attend alcohol education classes, be placed on probation and spend time in jail. The penalties increase if you have been convicted of a previous DWI, had a very high blood alcohol content or if there was an accident with injury.

The State of Colorado does not allow you to expunge or clear your arrest records after completion of probation. That means you will have a permanent criminal record if found guilty of DWI. Having experienced legal representation can make a difference in the outcome of your case. To protect your future, contact the Silverthorne DWI Attorneys at Reliance Legal Service for immediate help.

About Reliance Legal Service

The Summit County, Colorado DWI Lawyers at Reliance Legal Service will represent you during all phases of your drunk driving case. They will negotiate with the district attorney during pre-trial hearings in an effort to get your charges reduced or dismissed. The next step is to file motions to suppress evidence and weaken the prosecution’s case against you. Finally, if necessary, the Silverthorne, Colorado DWI Lawyers at Reliance Legal will take your case a jury trial.

Reliance Legal Service is committed to providing their clients with thorough and professional legal representation, paying exhaustive attention to detail to get the best possible results for you.

DWI Attorney Heidi Anderson

Heidi Anderson is the principal attorney of Reliance Legal, and she founded the law firm to help people charged with drinking and driving in Colorado. In addition to extensive experience defending DWI cases, she has unique training in the administration of Standard Field Sobriety Tests and use of the Intoxilyzer 5000. This provides additional opportunities to challenge the prosecution’s evidence.

Heidi Anderson is a member of the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar, the Colorado Bar Association, the Continental Divide Bar Association and the National College of DUI Defense.

Fees and Payments

Reliance Legal Service offers competitive rates and they can establish a pay plan for your convenience. The law firm accepts credit cards and personal checks for payment of services. Military discounts are available.

Summit County DWI Attorneys Reliance Legal serves the following areas:
Blue River, Breckenridge, Dillon, Frisco, Heeney, Keystone, Montezuma and Silverthorne, CO.