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10/15/2026

What should someone bring to a DUI consultation? For a DUI consultation, bring police and jail paperwork, know your prior charge history, and be ready to explain what happened during the stop.

An impaired-driving case can involve the stop, testing procedures, and the evidence of impairment. Deadlines affecting a license may be separate from the criminal court schedule.

The license process may move on a different schedule from the criminal case. Contact Hebets & McCallin P.C. for guidance about DUI defense in Colorado.

10/15/2026

Your bond paperwork can contain obligations that are easy to overlook. 📄 An alleged violation in Colorado may lead to a warrant, a hearing, or changed release conditions.

Not every breach automatically creates the same separate criminal charge. The exact written order and the reported conduct matter. Hebets & McCallin P.C. discusses how to understand these restrictions.

Reviewing protection orders and pretrial instructions can help clarify what the court requires. The article covers questions to address when a bond condition is disputed.

Violated bond conditions in Colorado? Learn about warrants, bond changes, failure-to-appear charges, and next steps. Call 303-963-4419.

10/13/2026

Are DUID and DUI priors treated the same? Colorado applies the same DUI statute to impairment by alcohol or drugs, so prior DUI and DUID matters can have similar consequences.

An impaired-driving case can involve the stop, testing procedures, and the evidence of impairment. Deadlines affecting a license may be separate from the criminal court schedule.

The license process may move on a different schedule from the criminal case. Contact Hebets & McCallin P.C. for guidance about DUI defense in Colorado.

10/13/2026

Colorado text messages can be evidence in a criminal case, but relevance, authentication, hearsay, and context still affect admissibility and weight. 💬 A screenshot or saved contact name may leave out who actually sent the message, surrounding replies, timestamps, or evidence of editing. Preserving the original device and complete thread lets the defense compare the messages with other records and challenge an incomplete account. Save original messages and timestamps before relying on a screenshot alone. 📱 The full article explains what may matter for the use of evidence in a criminal case in Colorado.

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Can texts be used as evidence in Colorado? Learn how courts assess messages and contact Hebets & McCallin P.C. at 303-854-6006.

10/08/2026

Can you get a restricted license after a DUID arrest? After a Colorado DUID arrest, license status can depend on whether a blood test was taken and what happens later in the criminal case.

An impaired-driving case can involve the stop, testing procedures, and the evidence of impairment. Deadlines affecting a license may be separate from the criminal court schedule.

The license process may move on a different schedule from the criminal case. Contact Hebets & McCallin P.C. for guidance about DUI defense in Colorado.

10/08/2026

Colorado does not create a separate offense called DUI with a child passenger, but an alleged impaired-driving incident may also bring a child-abuse charge. 🚸 The child-abuse allegation is separate and depends on evidence about a child under 16, an unreasonable threat of injury, the driver's conduct, and any harm. License proceedings and possible child-welfare contact can also arise, so the stop, test records, passenger facts, and notices all deserve review. When reviewing an impaired-driving allegation in Colorado, collect the stop, testing, and court records before deadlines pass. 📂 The article brings the legal questions about an impaired-driving allegation in Colorado into focus.

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A Colorado DUI with a child passenger may lead to child abuse charges and license issues. Learn what may happen next. Call 303-854-6006.

10/07/2026

How long does a theft case usually take to resolve? A Denver theft case may resolve quickly through negotiation or take longer when the defense demands a trial and holds the prosecution to its burden of proof.

Criminal accusations require careful attention to the evidence and the specific charge. Preserve relevant communications and discuss the case with counsel before making statements.

The first court date may arrive before every fact is known, so early preparation matters. Contact Hebets & McCallin P.C. for guidance about criminal defense in Colorado.

10/01/2026

Do you have to answer police questions during a drug investigation? Before answering questions in a drug investigation, a person can ask to speak with counsel.

A drug charge can turn on what was found, where it was found, and how officers obtained the evidence. Do not assume an arrest settles questions of possession, intent, or admissibility.

The prosecution still must prove the required elements of the charged offense. Contact Hebets & McCallin P.C. for guidance about drug defense in Colorado.

10/01/2026

A valid prescription does not automatically prevent a Colorado DUI allegation. 💊 The medication's effects, the driver's conduct, and the officer's observations can all matter. The medication taken, its effects, and the observations recorded during the stop may all matter. For an impaired-driving allegation in Colorado, video, test records, and the order of events deserve review as one timeline. 📝 Explore the article for the evidence behind an impaired-driving allegation in Colorado.

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Prescription medication can lead to DUI charges in Colorado if it impairs driving. Learn how the law works and your defense options.

09/24/2026

Returning a stolen item for a refund can still lead to a theft charge in Colorado. ⚖️ The act of returning the property does not necessarily end the potential criminal consequences.

When someone steals an item and then attempts to get money back by returning it, prosecutors may view the conduct as more serious than a typical shoplifting allegation. The circumstances could result in additional or more serious charges.

That distinction matters. More serious charges can also mean greater potential repercussions if the person is convicted. 📋 Understanding exactly what has been alleged and responding proactively can be important when facing accusations involving a theft and attempted refund.

Hebets & McCallin P.C. represents people facing theft and other criminal charges in Denver. Our team can discuss the allegations, the circumstances surrounding the return, and the defense options that may be available. ⚖️

If you or someone you know has been accused of stealing an item and then returning it for a refund, consider addressing the situation promptly. Have questions about how a theft allegation like this may be handled? Contact our team to discuss your circumstances.