DUI Refusal in Aspen: What It Means and What Happens Next
A refusal (breath or blood) can trigger separate DMV consequences and requires a fast, coordinated plan.
What “refusal” means in Colorado DUI cases
Refusal issues often involve:
what you were asked to do and when
whether advisements were properly given
whether the facts support “refusal” under DMV rules
whether there were medical or procedural complications
The DMV process after refusal
The Express Consent track is typically where refusal consequences hit hardest. Coordinating the DMV strategy with the criminal defense strategy is key.
How refusal cases are defended
We examine:
legality of stop/arrest
advisement accuracy and timing
documentation and officer narrative consistency
video evidence vs report claims
whether “refusal” is properly supported by the record
What to do now
save your paperwork
document your timeline
avoid making statements without counsel
act quickly so options aren’t lost