20+ Years of DUI and Criminal Defense
Built on Trust, Focused on Results
Built on Trust, Focused on Results
Yuma County DUI Lawyer – Wray & Yuma
If you’ve been arrested for DUI in Yuma County, your case will be heard at the Yuma County Courthouse in Wray (310 Ash Street). Yuma may be a rural county, but DUI charges here are taken just as seriously as in larger jurisdictions. Convictions can mean jail, license suspension, probation, fines, and long-lasting collateral consequences.
DUI Charges in Yuma County
In 2024, 277 misdemeanor DUI cases were filed across the 13th Judicial District’s county courts, along with 32 felony DUIs. Yuma contributes to these totals with DUI arrests largely coming from rural highways and small-town stops.
Cases are prosecuted by the 13th Judicial District Attorney’s Office and are typically filed by:
- Yuma Police Department
- Wray Police Department
- Yuma County Sheriff’s Office
- Colorado State Patrol (rural highways and I-76 access points)
Misdemeanor DUIs are handled in Yuma County Court, while Felony DUIs (such as a 4th offense) are filed in District Court.
DMV License Hearings
Every DUI arrest in Yuma County triggers two separate cases:
- The criminal case in Yuma County Court.
- The civil license revocation case through the Colorado DMV.
You have just 7 days from your arrest or notice of revocation to request a DMV hearing. If you miss the deadline, your license will be revoked automatically. These hearings are typically conducted by telephone through the Colorado Department of Revenue.
Why Experience Matters in Yuma DUI Cases
Even in smaller jurisdictions like Yuma, DUI prosecutions are aggressive. Local law enforcement officers are active along rural highways, and prosecutors often push for strict penalties. An attorney who knows how the 13th Judicial District operates across all seven counties can make a significant difference in your case.
With me, you get:
- 20+ years of DUI defense experience across Colorado
- Direct representation from start to finish — I don’t hand off your case
- Familiarity with rural courts in Wray, Yuma, and the broader 13th Judicial
- Proven defense strategies for both criminal cases and DMV hearings
Take Action Today
If you’ve been charged with DUI, DWAI, or Felony DUI in Yuma County, the clock is already ticking on your license and your future.
📞 Call me today at 303-355-5148 for a free consultation about your Yuma County DUI case.