Legal Blog

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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Assault, Criminal Defense

What Should You Do If You’ve Been Accused of Vehicular Assault?

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What Should You Do If You’ve Been Accused of Vehicular Assault?

You need to take immediate action! Vehicular assault is a heavily prosecuted crime in Colorado and, often times, defendants face steep penalties, including potential mandatory sentencing and a loss of driving privileges before a conviction even occurs. At The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., we understand that a rush to judgment in the face of serious accusations will […]

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Personal Injury, Truck Accident

If You Feel Fatigued, Do Not Risk Driving on Colorado Roads

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If You Feel Fatigued, Do Not Risk Driving on Colorado Roads

The National Sleep Foundation recognizes that drowsy driving is a growing problem in its annual “Drowsy Driving Prevention Week” every November. This nationwide campaign comes as studies have shown that fatigued driving causes a significant number of crashes every year. Colorado is particularly prone to drowsy driving, due to the long stretches of highway and interstate that […]

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Criminal Defense

What You Should Do If Your Child Is Arrested

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What You Should Do If Your Child Is Arrested

We at The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., cannot stress this enough—if your child is arrested or contacted by police, call an experienced attorney immediately. The period right after arrest is vital for many reasons, including protecting your child from making harmful statements. The right attorney will know what to do to best protect your child while […]

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Criminal Defense, DUI and DWI

Do I Have a Right to Refuse Field Sobriety Tests?

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Do I Have a Right to Refuse Field Sobriety Tests?

Americans are protected from unlawful search and seizure by the Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States and by Article II Section 7 of the Colorado Constitution. This essential right protects us all against arbitrary arrests, and forms the basis for the rules made regarding search warrants, stop-and-frisk, safety inspections, and other criminal […]

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Criminal Defense, DUI and DWI

What Does an “Express Consent License Revocation” Mean?

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What Does an “Express Consent License Revocation” Mean?

If you have been accused of driving while under the influence of alcohol, then you probably have already been confronted by the confusing process of an Express Consent (EC) license revocation. In Colorado, the Express Consent Law requires any person to cooperate in the taking and completing of a chemical test if a police officer has […]

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Personal Injury, Truck Accident

Holiday Traffic Leads to More Truck Accidents

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Holiday Traffic Leads to More Truck Accidents

We’re all accustomed to the increased traffic in Colorado around the holidays. Our state’s highways, train stations, bus terminals, and airports become more congested as travelers head or return home for family gatherings and other engagements. With more vehicles on our roads, please do yourself and your family a favor and be more careful this […]

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Assault, Criminal Defense

Holiday Stress Can Lead to Assaults

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Holiday Stress Can Lead to Assaults

The holiday season is meant to be a time for family gatherings, heartfelt cheer, and meaningful reflection. Unfortunately, that’s not the case for some people. Along with the positive aspects of the season, the holidays also include a higher rate of depression and can bring about new stressors. We love the holidays and the time […]

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Criminal Defense

How Long Can You Drive with a Broken Windshield in Colorado?

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How Long Can You Drive with a Broken Windshield in Colorado?

It’s extremely frustrating when your car suffers a cracked windshield and, regardless of how it happened, getting a windshield replaced can be time-consuming and expensive. In Colorado, the main culprits of cracked windshields are road “sand” and heavy commercial trucks, which kick up small rocks and other debris. If you have spent any amount of […]

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Criminal Defense, Drugs

Drugs in Your Car? That Could Be Possession

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Drugs in Your Car? That Could Be Possession

If police find drugs in your car, what happens? Regardless of whether they’re your drugs, in Colorado, they are now officially your problem. Since your vehicle is your property, if law enforcement officers find illegal drugs in your vehicle, you can be considered to be “in possession” of them. It is no different from officers […]

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Personal Injury

Wet Sidewalks Are Hazardous for Colorado Pedestrians

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Wet Sidewalks Are Hazardous for Colorado Pedestrians

Coloradans are not strangers to hazardous sidewalks. We’re used to severe weather all year round, whether it’s thunderstorms in the summer or blizzards in the winter. These extremes mean that even something as simple as walking down the street can lead to unfortunate accidents. We don’t really think about “Who’s to blame?” for a poorly […]

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