Colorado Felony DUI Lawyer – What You Need to Know

If you’ve been charged with a felony DUI, you need an experienced Colorado Felony DUI Lawyer who knows how to fight for your freedom and your future. In Colorado, a fourth DUI offense is automatically charged as a felony. That means you’re no longer facing just county jail and fines — you’re facing state prison, lifelong consequences, and a felony record that cannot be sealed.

If you’ve been arrested for a felony DUI in Colorado, the stakes are higher than ever. You need an attorney with decades of DUI defense experience who will handle your case personally from start to finish.

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When Is a DUI a Felony in Colorado?

A DUI becomes a felony in Colorado if any of the following apply:

• Fourth or Subsequent DUI, DWAI, or related offense (including out-of-state convictions)
• Vehicular Assault – causing serious bodily injury while driving under the influence
• Vehicular Homicide – causing death while driving under the influence

These are among the most serious alcohol-related charges under Colorado law.

Felony DUI Penalties in Colorado

Felony DUI sentencing depends on your record and circumstances, but penalties may include:

• Prison time: 2–6 years in the Department of Corrections (up to 12 years in aggravated cases)
• Mandatory probation: often with strict conditions and treatment programs
• Fines: up to $500,000
• License revocation: long-term or permanent
• Collateral consequences: loss of firearm rights, employment barriers, and lifetime felony status

Even one day of poor judgment can lead to years of fallout. That’s why immediate action and experienced representation matter.

Why Experience Matters in Felony DUI Cases

Prosecutors and judges take felony DUI cases extremely seriously — the law requires them to consider prison, even if no one was injured. With me, you get:

• 20+ years of DUI defense experience
• Knowledge of felony DUI law and DMV consequences
• First-hand experience in Colorado’s specialized Felony DUI Courts
• Personal handling of every case — I don’t hand files off to junior attorneys
• Courtroom experience in Adams, Arapahoe, Jefferson, Weld, and Denver Counties

Defense Strategies with a Colorado DUI Felony Attorney

Every case is different, but possible defenses may include:

• Challenging the legality of the stop or arrest
• Attacking the accuracy of breath or blood test results
• Questioning field sobriety test procedures and officer observations
• Disputing the validity of prior convictions
• Arguing for alternative sentencing where appropriate — such as in-home detention, work release, or treatment-based options

A strategic defense may mean the difference between prison and probation.

Quick FAQ – Felony DUI in Colorado

Will I go to prison?

Possibly. A felony DUI conviction can result in 2–6 years in prison (or up to 12 years in aggravated cases). However, depending on your record and circumstances, I may argue for probation or alternative sentencing.

Can a felony DUI be sealed?

No. Unlike misdemeanors, a felony DUI conviction in Colorado cannot be sealed. That’s why it’s essential to fight the charge aggressively from day one.

Will I lose my license?

Yes. Felony DUIs often result in long-term or permanent license revocation. I fight both the DMV case and the criminal case to protect your ability to drive — and if revocation occurs, I focus on early reinstatement.

How is Felony DUI Court different?

Some counties offer specialized Felony DUI Court programs with unique procedures, strict probation, and treatment requirements. Having defended clients in these programs, I understand how they work — and how to navigate them effectively.

Call Me Today

If you’ve been arrested for a felony DUI in Colorado, the risks are too high to wait. Call me directly at 303-355-5148 for a free consultation.

You’ll speak with me, Monte Robbins — not an assistant or call screener.

I’ll personally defend your felony DUI case and help protect your future.