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Boulder / Boulder County DUI Lawyer

Charged with DUI in Boulder? I personally handle your case — not a case manager.

Police car with emergency lights activated at night during DUI patrol in Boulder, Colorado. — Police lights during a DUI traffic stop in Boulder County.

🚓 Boulder DUI Defense — Focused Representation, Not Case Managers

If you were arrested for DUI or DWAI in Boulder County, you are dealing with one of the most active DUI jurisdictions in Colorado. Boulder’s enforcement is driven by:

CU Boulder student population + nightlife
Heavy bar/restaurant concentration on Pearl Street
Roadside patrols along US-36 / Highway 93 / Canyon Blvd
Longmont, Louisville, Lafayette, and Erie municipal corridors

I’m Monte Robbins, a Colorado DUI defense attorney with 20+ years focused on DUI and serious traffic cases statewide.

When you hire me:

You work directly with me, not a call screener or case manager.
I handle everything start to finish — DMV + criminal case.
I defend out-of-state clients frequently — minimizing travel when possible.

DUI defense is not a side practice.

It’s what I do.

👉 For an overview of Colorado DUI laws, penalties, and defense strategies, see my [Colorado DUI Defense Lawyer] page.

📍 Where Boulder DUI Cases Are Handled

All DUI and DWAI cases in Boulder County are handled at one of these two courthouses:

Boulder County Justice Center (Main Courthouse)

1777 6th Street

Boulder, CO 80302

Longmont Courthouse

1035 Kimbark Street

Longmont, CO 80501

Which courthouse you’re assigned to depends on where the arrest occurred.

👮 Boulder DUI Enforcement: Who Arrested You?

Most DUI arrests in Boulder County come from:

Boulder Police Department (Pearl Street / CU campus areas)
CU Boulder Police Department
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office
Longmont Police Department
Louisville, Lafayette, Erie Police Departments
Colorado State Patrol — Highway 36 / 93 corridors

Whoever made the arrest — your case ends up in Boulder County Court.

🚨 DMV + Criminal Case = Two Battles

A Boulder DUI triggers two different cases:

DMV Express Consent hearing (your license is on the line)
Criminal DUI case (court system)

You only have 7 days to request a DMV hearing if:

You took a breath test, or
You allegedly refused testing

If a blood test was taken, the DMV sends the notice later.

✅ The DMV Hearing (Updated for 2025)

All DMV Express Consent hearings in Colorado are now via Zoom — statewide.

There are no longer Boulder-specific hearing officers, and hearings are not held in person.

If I represent you, you typically do not need to attend, unless there’s strategic testimony.

We challenge:

The legality of the stop
Whether probable cause existed
Whether Express Consent procedures were followed

Out of state? Zoom hearings mean you don’t have to fly back just to fight for your license.

🧠 Why Boulder DUI Defense Is Different

Boulder is not a casual, “just plead out” jurisdiction.

Prosecutors are experienced.
Cases move fast.
BAC science and testing procedures matter.

I identify the pressure points:

Lack of probable cause
Bad roadside testing conditions (uneven lighting, gravel shoulder, wind)
Body-cam inconsistencies
BAC issues (mouth alcohol, GERD, timing issues, improper 15-minute observation)

You carry no burden of proof.

The state must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

⚠️ If you have prior DUIs, Colorado treats repeat offenses harshly. Learn more on my [Felony DUI in Colorado] page.

❓ Boulder DUI FAQs

How long do I have to save my license?

Seven days from arrest to request a DMV hearing (if breath test or alleged refusal).
Miss that deadline = automatic revocation.

Do I have to go to court in Boulder?

Yes. All Boulder County DUI cases go to Boulder or Longmont courthouse depending on where the arrest occurred.

Can my DUI be reduced or dismissed?

Sometimes — if evidence is weak (stop issues, testing issues, lack of probable cause).
If not, I fight for the best alternative or we take the case to trial.

Will I have to appear for every court date?

Not always. In many misdemeanor DUIs, I can request a waiver of your personal appearance — court dependent.

I live out of state. Can you still represent me?

Yes — you don’t always have to fly back for every setting.
Remote options are available in some cases, but appearance rules are ultimately up to the court and the judge.

Looking for another county?

👉 Jefferson County DUI Lawyer
👉 Arapahoe County DUI Lawyer
👉 Douglas County DUI Lawyer

Colorado’s Express Consent law controls the DMV side of the case.

Breath test or alleged refusal = 7-day deadline to request hearing
Blood test = DMV mails notice later

If you lose the hearing, early reinstatement may be possible with ignition interlock (restrictions vary depending on test vs. refusal).

Early action = more options.

How does Colorado Express Consent reinstatement work?

Contact

📞 Call: 303-355-5148

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Client Reviews

An excellent lawyer choice for my son who was charged with driving while his license was revoked. DMV had mistakenly sent (3) letters of revocation to the incorrect address, so I hired Monty to prove that my son never knew his license was revoked. Monty kept me informed at all times as to what was...

Linda

I consulted three other attorneys on my traffic offense in Colorado and none of them thought I could beat it. Then I consulted with Monte Robbins. He not only relieved my warrant without my presence in Colorado, but he got my habitual driving offense reduced to an infraction. I was up against the...

Steve

I hired Monte J. Robbins to represent me. He gave 110% to my case never rushed me off the phone, quick to gather all information regarding my case. Monte is very knowledgeable and helped me out a lot. He kept me informed every step of the way through my case. I was always able to get a hold of him...

Jeremy