Colorado Traffic Offense Lawyer

Driving a car is an easy way to get around, but it can lead to trouble when you are cited for a traffic violation. In Colorado, there are two main misdemeanor traffic offenses. Class 1 misdemeanor traffic offenses, and Class 2 misdemeanor traffic offenses. While these do not encompass all of the traffic offenses, they are the most common that the general public are cited and charged with. 

CLASS 1 MISDEMEANOR TRAFFIC OFFENSE

Speeding in a construction zone is one of the most common class 1 misdemeanor citations. Others include but are not limited to:

• Careless Driving
• Engaging in Speed Contests
• Accidents involving death or personal injuries
• Compulsory Insurance (driving without insurance)
• Interference with official devices
• School bus infractions (i.e., not stopping for a school bus)

CLASS 2 MISDEMEANOR TRAFFIC OFFENSE

Speeding 25 mph or more not in a construction zone is the most common class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense. Others include but are not limited to:

• Driving without a license
• Unlawful possession or use of a license
• False applications made during a period of suspension or revocation
• Driving under restraint (driving without a license)
• Failure to surrender permit or license to the Court
• Mandatory surrender of license or permit for driving under the influence

WHAT IS THE PENALTY?

For class 1 misdemeanor traffic offenses in the state of Colorado the penalty can be 10 days to 12 months’ imprisonment and a fine of $300 to $1,0000, or both.

For class 2 misdemeanor traffic offenses in the state of Colorado the penalty can be 10-90 days in jail, and a fine of $150 to $300, or both.

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I HAVE BEEN CITED FOR A TRAFFIC OFFENSE?

It can be a scary and stressful to have pending criminal charges. Weber Law is here to walk you through the process and defend you every step of the way. Weber Law will work to get your ticket dismissed or lowered by looking at potential defenses and any evidence associated with the citation. If you are not sure how to proceed with a ticket, let Weber Law give you the next steps. Let Weber Law help keep your driving record clean and get you back on the road. If you or someone you know have been cited for a traffic offense, whether class 1 misdemeanor or class 2 misdemeanor, contact Weber Law today for a consultation.

• CRS 42-4-1402 – Careless Driving
• CRS 42-4-1601(2)(a)- Accidents involving death or personal injuries
• CRS 42-4-1105(1)(c)- Speed Contests
• CRS 42-4-1101(12)(b)- Speed Limits
• CRS 42-2-101(10)- License Required
• CRS 42-2-132(3)- Period of Suspension or revocation
• CRS 42-2-138(1)(f)- Driving under restraint
• CRS 42-2-136(6)(a)- Unlawful possession or use of a license
• CRS 42-4-1701- Traffic offenses and infractions classified-penalties- penalty and surcharge schedule- repeal
• CRS 42-2-124(1)(a)- Failure to surrender permit or license to the court
• CRS 42-2-129- Mandatory surrender of license or permit for driving under the influence
• CRS 42-4-1903(6)(b)- School buses
• CRS 42-4-507 (2)(b)- Interference with official devices