When a juvenile is arrested in Colorado, the child may be released to a parent or responsible adult, referred for detention screening, or held for a prompt detention hearing. If the child remains in custody, the hearing generally must occur within 48 hours, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays. The district attorney then decides whether to file a delinquency petition, offer diversion, or decline to prosecute formally. Decisions made during
Getting arrested for driving under the influence in Colorado automatically saddles you with a DUI arrest record.
The police create this report and it becomes a part of the public record. That’s why it’s vital to understand what an arrest record is and how it can impact your future – whether you are ultimately convicted of a DUI in the state or not. Read on to find out what you
