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Driving While Ability Impaired in Colorado

Colorado is one of two states in which drivers can be charged with the crime known as driving while ability impaired (DWAI). At the Law Office of Joseph A. Lazzara, P.C., I provide complete defense for all charges related to DUI. Charges of any nature involving driving while intoxicated or impaired carry very heavy consequences if the individual accused is convicted.

Over the course of my career, I have become known as one of the top Araphaoe County DWAI Lawyers across Colorado. I have more than 25 years of experience in the field of criminal defense and provide strong legal counsel and guidance to clients in Denver, Adams, Jefferson, Douglas, and Arapahoe Counties. If you choose to retain my firm, you can count on me to protect your future and fight against a conviction.

What Exactly is a DWAI?

Driving while ability impaired is a term used to describe the criminal act of operating a vehicle while under the influence of illicit or prescription drugs. These cases typically focus on the degree to which the driver was impaired and with which type of substance. A driver who is showing signs of mental or physical impairment could be arrested and charged with a DWAI. It is important to understand that you do not have to speak with law enforcement, answer questions, and always have the right to speak with a Denver DWAI attorney.

In Colorado, a conviction for a DWAI offense can lead to the following consequences:

Eight points on your license
Higher insurance rates
License revocation
Permanent criminal record
Rehab or education classes
Community service

Retain the Services of a Trusted DWAI Attorney in Denver

Although a DWAI charge may not seem as serious as a DUI charge, it is still a very serious matter that should be defended by a seasoned and proven Denver DWAI lawyer. I am highly knowledgeable about the various defense strategies that can be used for DWAI cases. Now is the time to call my firm for counsel!

Set up a free initial consultation by calling us today at (720) 809-8262.

"He found out that the officer was not properly certified and that the lab screwed up my blood test results. He WON."
I hired Joseph A. Lazzara for my second DUI. I was scared because I screwed up. Joe Lazzara put my mind at ease and immediately began investigating the case. He found out that the officer was not properly certified and that the lab screwed up my blood test results. I thought for sure I would lose my driver's license for 2 years. He WON. We then went to trial and he tore apart the police officer and the expert from the lab. The jury came back not guilty in 30 minutes. Joseph Lazzara WON my criminal and DMV case. He saved my job and my family. I don't know what I would've done without him. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND JOSEPH A. LAZZARA AGAIN AND AGAIN.

- Former Client
"I was always informed of what was going on and received copies of everything. I am very happy with the result."
Joe Lazzara did a great job. I was always informed of what was going on and received copies of everything. I am very happy with the result. His staff was also incredible and compassionate. Great choice for an attorney.

- Sarah
"Thank you Joe Lazzara and staff."
Thank you Joe Lazzara and staff. You guys did a fabulous job on my case. I could not be more happy. I am going to miss talking to all of you. Thank you.

- Sharon
"Joe Lazzara and his staff were professional, sincere, and actually cared about me and my case. I felt like I mattered."
Joe Lazzara and his staff were professional, sincere, and actually cared about me and my case. I felt like I mattered. He fought for me in court and reassured me the entire way. He got me more than I could have ever imagined. I would recommend Joe Lazzara to anyone. He is trustworthy, professional, honest, and a straight shooter. More importantly, the courtroom was where he excelled!

- Former Client
"He deals personally with each case instead of having paralegals or associates do the work."
Joe Lazzara has the personal touch that sets him apart from other attorneys. He deals personally with each case instead of having paralegals or associates do the work. He has handled thousands of cases throughout the years and has an array of experts ready to assist on the case, including private investigators, forensic toxicologists, physicians and accident reconstruction specialists.

- Tom
"Thank you, Joe."
I was a passenger when a car ran the stop sign and slammed into the passenger side door. I was seriously hurt and in the hospital for several weeks. I was in pain and scared. The other driver did not have insurance. I did not know what to do. I called Joe Lazzara and he immediately began working on my case. He worked hard and got me $100,000. Thank you Joe.

- JoAnn
"He was knowledgeable, nonjudgmental and so I hired him. At court, everyone knew him and he fought for me."
I read Joe Lazzara's reviews and checked him out with the BBB (Better Business Bureau) and with Tom Martino the Troubleshhoter. Not only does he have a A+ Gold Star rating with the BBB but Tom Martino personally endorses Joe Lazzara. I met with him as well as several other DUI attorneys in Denver. He was knowledgeable, nonjudgmental and so I hired him. At court, everyone knew him and he fought for me. Ultimately he was able to get me a deferred judgement and even won my DMV hearing. I am super pleased with Joe Lazzara and would refer him to anyone and everyone. Joe Lazzara is a great attorney, who will fight for you on a DUI.

- Steve
"He was able to get my daughter the best deal possible and we were very pleased with the experience from start to finish."
My daughter got a DUI. We called Joe and he and his staff were a pleasure to work with during this terrible time. He was able to get my daughter the best deal possible and we were very pleased with the experience from start to finish.

- Former Client

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