Colorado Felony DUI Lawyer – What You Need to Know

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, 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.

When is a DUI a Felony in Colorado?

• A fourth or subsequent DUI, DWAI, or combination of alcohol/drugged driving offenses (in Colorado or out-of-state).
• Vehicular Assault (causing serious bodily injury while driving under the influence).
• Vehicular Homicide (causing death while driving under the influence).

Felony DUI Penalties in Colorado

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

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

Why Experience Matters in Felony DUI Cases

Prosecutors and judges take felony DUI cases very 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
• Personal handling of your case — I don’t hand files off to junior attorneys
• Courtroom experience in Adams, Arapahoe, Jefferson, Weld, and Denver — the counties where these cases are most often filed

Defense Strategies I Use in Felony DUI Cases

Every case is different, but some defenses may include:

• Challenging the legality of the traffic stop or arrest
• Attacking the accuracy of breath or blood test results
• Questioning field sobriety test procedures and officer observations
• Arguing for alternative sentencing in appropriate cases

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, not a call screener.