3D Scene Reconstruction vs. The Police Report: How We Defend Denver Vehicular Assault Charges
Jul 21
2026

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: DUI | Vehicular Assault | Vehicular Homicide

A police crash report can make a serious collision look settled before the defense has examined the evidence. It may assign fault, estimate speed, describe the point of impact, and frame the driver’s conduct as reckless or impaired. In a Denver vehicular assault case, those early conclusions can influence charging decisions, plea negotiations, and how prosecutors present the case.

The problem is that a police report is not proof. Officers often prepare crash reports based on witness statements, final vehicle [...]

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Can Dash Cam Evidence Be Used to Challenge DUI Charges in Colorado?
May 25
2026

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Drunk Driving | DUI

Yes. Dash cam footage from police vehicles and your own camera can be used to challenge DUI charges in Colorado. The question is not whether it is relevant but whether you know how to obtain it, how Colorado courts evaluate it, and what a defense attorney actually does with it. The Law Office of Jacob E. Martinez has defended DUI cases throughout Denver and surrounding Colorado courts for more than 15 years.

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Colorado’s Cannabis DUI Laws: Defending Against Marijuana Impairment Charges
Sep 22
2025

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Drugged Driving | DUI | Marijuana DUI

At the Law Office of Jacob Martinez, our Denver criminal defense attorneys understand that, despite legal cannabis in Colorado, marijuana DUI arrests are increasing. With over 17% of state police DUI arrests involving cannabis use, defending marijuana impairment cases demands careful legal strategy.

Colorado treats cannabis DUI as seriously as alcohol DUI, with strict legal limits and harsh penalties. We have secured numerous dismissals and not-guilty verdicts by thoroughly challenging the evidence and protecting clients’ rights. If you face marijuana [...]

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Arrested for DUI over New Year’s?
Jan 1
2025

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: DUI

If yes, you’re likely feeling stressed and unsure about what to do next. While there’s nothing wrong with enjoying the festivities, the increased consumption of alcohol also raises the risk of impaired driving. Law enforcement agencies anticipate this surge and respond by setting up DUI checkpoints and increasing patrols to catch intoxicated drivers.

If you’ve been arrested for DUI, the stakes are high, and you need strong legal representation to protect your rights and fight for the best possible outcome. [...]

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Beat Your Denver DUI Charges with Effective Defense Strategies
Jul 17
2024

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Drunk Driving | DUI | Uncategorized

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is taken very seriously by the state here in Denver. Conviction carries severe penalties that can have a substantial negative impact on your life, including heavy fines, license suspension, mandatory alcohol education programs, and even jail time.

However, with the right defense strategy based on the specifics of your situation, it is possible to challenge DUI charges and potentially reduce or even have them ultimately dismissed. This blog will explore some of the effective DUI [...]

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