In Greeley, Colorado, driving while intoxicated with a DUI for the first time can have steep consequences. However, if you cause serious bodily injury to another, then the charge could escalate to a felony Vehicular Assault. Facing a Vehicular Assault charge can have lasting consequences including multiple years in a Colorado State Prison, hefty fines, and a lifetime felony record. The attorneys at the O’Malley Law Office discuss a Vehicular Assault charge and how a DUI charge can turn into a prison sentence below.
What is the Definition of Vehicular Assault Charge, C.R.S. 18-3-205, in Weld County?
The Definition of Vehicular Assault Charge, C.R.S. 18-3-205, in Weld County is:
(b) (I) If a person operates or drives a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or one or more drugs, or a combination of both alcohol and one or more drugs, and this conduct is the proximate cause of a serious bodily injury to another, such person commits vehicular assault. This is a strict liability crime.
What is the Definition in Greeley, Colorado of “Driving Under the Influence,” C.R.S. 42-4-1301?
In Greeley, a person will be arrested for Driving Under the Influence, C.R.S. 42-4-1301, when they:
It is important to note in the above story, that if person’s Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is between 0.05 and 0.79, they could be charged with Driving While Ability Impaired. If their BAC is 0.08 or higher, they will be charged with Driving Under the Influence. A person can also be charged with a DUI if they are under the influence of drugs, even prescription drugs, if what they took made them unsafe to drive. if someone is injured along with the DUI, it becomes a felony.
What are the Sentence and Penalties for Vehicular Assault in Weld County?
The sentence in Weld County for a Vehicular Assault is a class 5 felony, with penalties of 1 to 3 years in prison, a fine of $1,000 to $100,000, and mandatory 2-year parole. DUI Vehicular Assault is a class 4 felony and carries penalties of 2 to 6 years in a Colorado prison, and a fine of $2,000 to $500,000.
Related Offenses to Vehicular Assault in Greeley, Colorado?
In Greeley, some related offenses to Vehicular Assault are:
- Vehicular Homicide C.R.S. 18-3-106
- Careless Driving with bodily injury, C.R.S. 42-4-1402
- Hit and Run, or Leaving the Scene of an Accident, C.R.S. 42-4-1601
Why Hire a Top Weld County Attorney for Your Vehicular Assault or DUI Vehicular Assault Charge?
Weld County’s top defense attorneys can assist you in your Vehicular Assault or DUI charge. They are aggressive and skilled in Vehicular Assault charges; they will fight for the best outcome in your case. A Vehicular Assault charge could change your life and a DUI Vehicular Assault charge can change your life forever, causing you to lose your freedom, your job, and more. Having lawyers who will fight for you is your best defense.
If you or someone you love has been arrested for Vehicular Assault or DUI Vehicular Assault, be smart and exercise your right to remain silent, and contact the best criminal defense attorneys from the O’Malley Law Office at 970-616-6009 to schedule your free initial consultation. Together, we can protect your driving future.
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