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When you are arrested for DUI or DWAI in Colorado when you have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or greater, your license will be confiscated and immediately suspended. You will receive a temporary seven-day license to get your affairs in order and you may qualify for early reinstatement with the installation of an ignition interlock. Check the Colorado DMV website here for detailed information.
Generally speaking, you can apply for early reinstatement after complying with a 30-day suspension for a 1st DUI offense or 60 days for a first refusal to take a chemical test. You will need to have an ignition interlock installed for eight months to two years depending on your BAC at the time of the arrest.
Do not drive during your 30-day suspension period. For certain offenses, you may be required to complete alcohol treatment classes and provide proof of enrollment or completion forms.
Criminal Penalties occur when you are sentenced by a court after a trial or plea agreement. Colorado has two designations for impaired driving: DUI (Driving Under the Influence) and DWAI (Driving While Ability is Impaired). DWAI is the designation for drivers whose BAC is between .05 and .08.
Penalties for a 1st DUI in Colorado include five days to one year in jail, fines ranging from $600-$1000, and 48-96 hours of community service. A 1st DWAI results in two to 180 days in jail, $200-$500 in fines, and 24-48 hours of community service. For more extensive information on CO laws, visit noduicolorado.org.
A legislative summary of the Colorado DWAI and DUI laws can be found here.
Every situation and state is unique, please consult with your attorney or your state licensing authority to confirm your requirements and obligations.
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Contact Colorado Division of Motor Vehicle Driver Services at 303-205-5613 or online to see if you qualify for early license reinstatement with an interlock.
Call your insurance company and ask for an SR-22 Bond.
Complete the following forms found online: Alcohol Certification (DR2598), Reinstatement Application (DR2870), Restricted License Ignition Interlock Agreement Affidavit (DR2058).
Call LifeSafer Ignition Interlock at 800-634-3077 or Enroll Online to schedule your ignition interlock installation. Ask about offers and money-saving discounts!
Bring your completed forms and the $95 fee to the CO Department of Revenue. You can also pay your fee online.
The price of an ignition interlock (IID) in Colorado averages about $3 per day. Naturally, you want to save money and get the cheapest blow-and-go device you can. But, there’s more to think about when shopping around than the purchase price alone. A successful program involves quality control, competent installation, and great customer service.
LifeSafer has the best quality control in the industry. Each device meets exacting standards for accuracy and undergoes precise calibration before it ever leaves the factory. And at your local Colorado installation center, you will be assisted by experienced technicians who have training in the latest installation and calibration protocols for whatever car you may drive so you can depend on it to work 100% of the time. If you need it, LifeSafer backs you up with great customer service with a dependable team of professional customer service representatives and reporting specialists.
We understand that it is vital to you that your device works properly. At LifeSafer, you can count on us to provide you with a quality product, professional installation, and customer service that stands by you.
LifeSafer makes your life easier by offering an entirely online enrollment experience. No need to call. Just click, sign up, install and drive.
