DUI Checkpoints In Colorado: 6 Facts to Know (Pt. 1)
Arresting people for drunk driving is not just a way for police to try to keep the roads safe – it’s also a really big money maker for cities and counties (particularly if people are eventually convicted of DUI). What this means is that police may try to specifically target intoxicated drivers in various ways, including by setting up and running DUI checkpoints , which may also be referred to as sobriety checkpoints. In this three-part blog series, we will point out and discuss some interesting and important facts to know about DUI checkpoints. If you or a loved one ends up being charged with DUI at any point, don’t hesitate to contact Shimon Kohn , a trusted Colorado Springs DUI defense attorney at Kohn Law Firm Here’s What You May Want to Know about DUI Checkpoints… Fact 1 – DUI checkpoints can be held at any time but are usually set up on weekends and holidays. According to the Supreme Court, it’s perfectly legal for law enforcement officials to set up and run DUI c...