The Impact of Colorado's Persistent Drunk Driver Designation on Your Future
Being designated as a Persistent Drunk Driver (PDD) in Colorado carries severe long-term consequences for Denver residents. At Mile High Legal, our Denver criminal defense team has helped numerous clients navigate the challenges of this problematic designation.
Under C.R.S. § 42-1-102(68.5), you can be classified as a Persistent Drunk Driver in Colorado if you:
Have multiple DUI convictions
Refuse to take a chemical test
Drive with a BAC of 0.15% or higher
Drive while your license is revoked for an alcohol offense
This designation triggers enhanced penalties that significantly impact Denver residents:
Extended Interlock Requirements: Minimum of 2 years with an ignition interlock device
Level II Alcohol Education/Therapy: 52-86 weeks of treatment at approved Denver facilities
Higher Reinstatement Costs: Additional fees when restoring your license at Denver DMV offices
Extended Revocation Periods: Minimum 2-year revocations, often longer
Our Denver attorneys have successfully challenged PDD designations by:
Disputing high BAC results from specific Denver testing facilities
Proving improper test administration by Denver law enforcement
Negotiating pleas that avoid the 0.15% BAC threshold
Contesting improper refusal designations at Denver DMV hearings
The PDD designation has particularly serious consequences for Denver professionals who drive for work or hold licenses that could be affected by this status. Mile High Legal has developed strategies to minimize these impacts for clients throughout the Denver metro area.
If you're facing a Persistent Drunk Driver designation in Denver or anywhere in Colorado, contact Mile High Legal immediately. Our attorneys understand how to challenge this designation and minimize its impact on your future.
