Boulder DUI Attorney
Learn How We Fight Your DUI with Science
If you or a loved one have recently been charged with driving under the influence, then you are already well aware of the detrimental and devastating effects that a criminal charge of this kind can have on your life. Whether you are considering the immediate penalties (such as imprisonment, fines, driver's license suspension or vehicle impoundment) or the permanent existence of a blemish on your criminal record, it is not something that should be taken lightly or shrugged off. Without the proper level of legal assistance and support, you could find yourself in a grim situation that has turned even grimmer. You simply cannot afford to risk it.
For this reason, it is absolutely imperative that you do not waste any time in securing the support and guidance of a Boulder County DUI defense lawyer as quickly as you can. By working with a lawyer that you trust, you can begin to defend your rights and protect your future. If you are facing
DUI charges in Boulder County, we would invite you to learn more about what you should know before hiring an attorney to represent you in your DUI matter.
Most DUIs involve scientific evidence such as blood, breath or even urine testing. In fact, even standardized field sobriety tests are based in science. The results of these tests will form the cornerstone, or seemingly the best evidence that the district attorney will use against you.
Therefore, you should ask yourself, "What kind of background, training and experience should I look for in the attorney I hope to hire? To answer that question, you might be interested to learn that many attorneys handle DUIs, and most claim to have "experience," but only a relative few really have the necessary scientific background, formal scientific training and actual DUI experience to effectively defend one of these complex scientific cases.
Another good place to start when trying to find the right attorney for your DUI is to read the "10 Questions To Ask When Selecting a DUI Attorney
," (see above right), and visit Mr. Cessna's Attorney Profile page to review his formal background. If other attorneys don't have this scientific background then you must ask yourself how they can help you beat the scientific evidence that the government has against you in the form of
chemical breath testing,
blood testing, and standardized
field sobriety testing.
You should also give consideration to an attorney's fee structure. You can find an attorney who will "handle" your DUI for as little as $1,000.00. But you need to ask yourself, and better yet, ask them what can they possibly do for you if they put such a low value on their "experience" and ability. When you must be able to challenge the government's scientific evidence, the old saying, "you get what you pay for," is very true. And a wise consumer needs to research an attorney's formal training and background of experience against what they charge. Mr. Cessna freely displays his background and experience, and encourages you to read all about it on this website. Then give us a call to find out how his experience can help you with your case.
Aggressive DUI Defense in Boulder, Colorado
The DUI process in Boulder can be complex if you don't have the right representation on your side. In fact, this is true throughout the state of Colorado. Alone, it can be difficult to know whether the
science behind blood alcohol testing and reporting was used against you or in your favor. Therefore, if you have been arrested for
DWAI,
boating under the influence or a
multiple DUI offense then you should immediately seek legal defense on your behalf. A lot of minute details go into the entirety of the DUI process, and you don't want a failure to schedule your
DMV hearing within the allotted time or your
out of state residency to affect the future of your proceedings.
Drugs,
vehicular assault, and
vehicular homicide cases are only some of the charges that can be tacked on to instances of drinking and driving, and each one has its own serious consequences. Trying to tackle the matters alone – misrepresented or undefended – could lead to a detrimental outcome that may have been otherwise avoided.
Boulder DUI lawyer Chris Cessna is dedicated to providing first-rate representation to people who've been charged with
DUI and
DWAI in the Boulder area. Mr. Cessna knows that each DUI case is unique, and is committed to providing each client with personalized service tailored to meet the needs of their specific charges. With over 20 years of experience as a former DUI police officer, Deputy District Attorney, and DUI Attorney, Mr. Cessna knows how the police will conduct themselves during a DUI arrest and investigation, as well as how the prosecution is likely going to build their case. Mr. Cessna's litigation skills and understanding of the complexities of DUI law has resulted in numerous dismissals for many of his clients.
We invite you to call our office at 303-456-1600. Let's discuss how we can effectively fight your case with scientific evidence.
Boulder Courthouse Location: DUI arrests taking place from within and around Boulder County will be prosecuted in the Boulder Courthouse located on 6th Street, off of Canyon Blvd. It is important to know that when selecting an attorney for your DUI case, that you choose a lawyer experienced with the procedured, prosecutors, and judges of that courthouse. Mr. Cessna has handled numerous cases within the Boulder court and has devoted his practice exclusively to the defense of DUI and drunk driving related cases. We will discuss all aspects of the arrest and review the police report to determine the best course of action during the arraignment and move forward to settle the case with the prosecutor or set a date for trial.
Call Mr. Cessna today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your DUI case and the DMV hearing case to project your drivers license.
The Law Office of Chistopher H. Cessna proudly serves the following communities: Longmont,
Superior,
Lafayette,
Lyons,
Nederland and the
University of Colorado.