Colorado Underage DUI Defense Attorney
Request Free ConsultationMinors can face serious consequences for underage drinking while driving or at a party. A minor only needs to have a .02 blood alcohol content level to face a DUI charge in Colorado.
If your child is being charged with underage DUI, schedule a free consultation at Martin & Reed, LLC, by calling (970) 573-5187 or completing our contact form. One of our highly knowledgeable Colorado underage DUI defense lawyers will review the facts of the case and see how we can defend your child’s case.
We Provide Representation For Colorado Underage DUI Charges
Strong legal representation is necessary if you or your child has been arrested for underage consumption or minor in possession. At Martin & Reed, LLC, our underage DUI defense attorneys provide aggressive representation to protect you or your child’s future in Fort Collins, Greeley, and all areas throughout Northern Colorado.
An experienced Colorado DUI defense attorney will review the arrest and all test results to determine the best defense strategy to take in your child’s case. Our defense lawyers know how to protect your child’s rights and what options are available to get the charges reduced or dismissed and when alternative punishments may be considered.
Consequences Of An Underage DUI Conviction in Colorado
A conviction for consumption of alcohol by a minor/minor in possession can result in fines and license suspension. The consequences vary depending on your conviction:
- A first conviction carries a fine up to $250 and a license suspension of three months.
- A second conviction carries a fine up to $500 and a license suspension up to six months.
- A third or subsequent conviction carries a fine up to $1,000, license suspension for one year and a maximum jail sentence of 12 months.
In addition to these penalties, students can face additional discipline from their university or school that can harm their ability to find employment and participate in sports or academic activities.
Our Colorado underage DUI defense lawyers understand the collateral consequences of a conviction. We diligently examine all factors in your child’s case to make sure your rights were not violated. Our DUI defense team works hard to find the best outcome that will protect your child’s future, preserve their driving privileges, and minimize the impact this will have on the rest of your child’s life.
Contact Our Colorado DUI Defense Attorneys After An Arrest
Our Colorado underage DUI defense lawyers have extensive trial experience. Our legal team will advocate for your child, explaining the process along the way so you know what to expect and what we are doing to help you. Contact Martin & Reed, LLC, right away at 970-573-5187 or completing our contact form to schedule your free consultation. A Colorado DUI defense attorney will take immediate action to protect your child’s rights after an arrest.