Criminal Defense and DUI Lawyers in Boulder, CO
Attorney Bruce Sarbaugh has over 20 years of trial experience with
an emphasis in defending misdemeanor and felony
criminal cases and, in particular, DUI
offenses. At the Sarbaugh Law Firm, we strongly believe that the best
defense starts with your ability to understand
the relevant legal issues and options available
to you. We will discuss your case with
you in understandable terms so that you can make
informed choices, and together, we can reach the
best resolution in your case.
When your freedom is at stake, you need an attorney that is not only highly competent and experienced, but someone you can trust and have faith and confidence in to protect your liberties. The courts and the District Attorney don’t compromise and neither should you. Call us today and we can discuss your case, free of charge.
Defending University Students
Bruce has worked part-time at the University of Colorado for the past 6 years and has served on various committees through the City of Boulder, addressing student issues. When a college student has been charged with a criminal offense, you not only need a great attorney, you need someone who has the understanding and knowledge to deal with the emotional, psychological, and administrative consequences.Learn more about your student's legal rights and how we can help you and your student.
7 Steps to take immediately if you get stopped for a DUI
- DO NOT submit to roadsides or "field" breath test. These are absolutely voluntary tests that are unreliable and their only purpose is to provide the police officer with evidence that you are impaired
- DO NOT admit that you had been drinking or try to explain that you're ok to drive. The cop doesn't care and will only use your statements against you.
- DO be courteous and polite - getting upset, angry, or arguing with the officer only provides evidence of impairment.
- DO take the blood or breath test at the police station. Refusing to submit to a chemical test of your blood or breath will automatically revoke your driver's license for one-year in addition to any other revocation or suspension.
- DO NOT make any statements to the police officer, regardless of how nice they may seem or if they say they only want to understand what happened.
- DO immediately request a hearing with the Division of Motor Vehicles as soon as you are released from custody. You only have 7 days to request a hearing or you will lose you right to contest the revocation of your driver's license.
- DO immediately contact an experienced, local DUI attorney to discuss your situation and obtain further advice on what you may or may not need to do. Only a criminal defense attorney with specific experience and knowledge of DUI cases can competently review your case and offer sound advice. The Sarbaugh Law Firm has been providing DUI defense and criminal lawyer Boulder services for over twenty years and offers free telephone consultations.