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Here you can find a variety of posts covering various Criminal Defense, DUI and Personal Injury topics. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. in Colorado Springs, Colorado has provided these legal blogs as a way to help you learn more about what to expect during your case.

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Colorado Supreme Court Ends Lifetime Sex Offender Requirement for Twice-Convicted Minors

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In a recent ruling, the Colorado Supreme Court ended lifetime sex offender registration for twice-convicted minors. In People in the Interest of T.B., the Court assessed the constitutionality of this sex offender registration requirement under the Colorado Sex Offender Registration Act and found that it constitutes cruel and unusual punishment. The Court stated that this requirement […]

The Impact of Covid on Colorado Auto Safety

The Impact of Covid on Colorado Auto Safety

Like other states, Colorado has seen an increase in traffic deaths since the global pandemic began. Traffic fatalities had increased by 15% in Colorado by November 2021, as reported by Fox 31. Although stay-at-home orders kept more people off the roads, the number of fatal crashes actually rose. An analysis of 22 states, including Colorado, and […]

Fighting a Colorado Criminal Arrest Warrant Based on a Faulty Veracity Affidavit

Fighting a Colorado Criminal Arrest Warrant Based on a Faulty Veracity Affidavit

Under the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, a warrant cannot be issued without probable cause. Probable cause means reasonable grounds for a search and seizure or pressing charges. An affidavit of probable cause is a sworn statement, usually made by law enforcement, which provides factual justification for why a judge should issue an arrest […]

Timothy Bussey Discusses DUI Case on FOX21

Timothy Bussey Discusses DUI Case on FOX21

Breaking Down the Third DUI Arrest of Pueblo County Sheriff’s Deputy Attorney Timothy Bussey appeared on local news affiliate FOX21 to explain charges facing a Pueblo County Sheriff’s Deputy after a third DUI arrest. The deputy faces two charges, careless driving and driving under the influence, after his latest arrest this past June in Huerfano County. While […]

Fighting a Wrongful DUI Charge in Colorado

How to Prevent Lifetime Registration as a Sex Offender

A completely sober person driving a vehicle can still be arrested for DUI in Colorado. False or wrongful DUI arrests are not uncommon. Police have the authority to arrest someone who is driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. They do not have the right to wrongfully charge a driver without a valid reason. […]

What Dangers Should You Look Out for on Highways in Colorado Springs?

What Dangers Should You Look Out for on Highways in Colorado Springs?

Driving on Colorado roadways today is one of the most dangerous things we can do. Traffic crashes killed 672 people statewide in 2021 – the highest number of fatalities in two decades — as stated in a Denver Post article. El Paso County leads the list of the counties with highest numbers of crashes. Weather conditions […]

How Is a DUI/DWI in a School Zone Charged in Colorado?

How Is a DUIDWI in a School Zone Charged in Colorado?

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a serious offense under any circumstances. This crime is treated even more harshly under the law when it occurs in a school zone. DUI in a school zone means harsher penalties upon conviction. Colorado law states that any person who commits a moving traffic violation in […]

Recommended Automobile Maintenance to Help Avoid Accidents

Recommended Automobile Maintenance to Help Avoid Accidents

Like all machinery, motor vehicles need regular maintenance. In fact, lack of vehicle maintenance can be a contributing factor to accidents. For example, worn brake pads could prevent you from stopping in time to avoid a collision. Worn wiper blades could leave streaks on the windshield that impair visibility. The following maintenance tips can help […]

How to Avoid a DUI During the Super Bowl in Colorado

How to Avoid a DUI During the Super Bowl in Colorado

Football season is a time for tailgating. Many fans are celebrating with friends, food, and drink, particularly during the Super Bowl. Tailgating and Super Bowl parties are an important part of American culture, but no party is worth a DUI arrest. What Are the Risks of Drinking Before, During, or After a Game? Alcohol is […]

Taking Effective Accident Photos

Taking Effective Accident Photos

To recover compensation in a personal injury claim, you must show that the other party was negligent and establish the nature and extent of your damages. Photos may provide the best evidence to support your claim. With eyewitness testimony, you are relying on someone else’s recollection of what occurred in the past, which may or […]