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True Cost of a DUI in Colorado — Timothy Kelly & Associates

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How Much Does a DUI Cost?

You may think that pleading out is going to save you money over the cost of hiring an attorney and fighting the charge. Better think again.

Even without attorney costs, you're looking at a minimum of $6,300 in non-attorney costs — and that's a very conservative estimate in mid-1999 dollars. These costs have only grown more expensive since then. Plus, you'll always have the DUI conviction on your record, which could seriously hurt you both now and in the future.

True Cost of a DUI Conviction in Colorado

Court Fines & Fees$600 – $1,500+First offense; higher for repeat offenses
Attorney Fees (plea only)$1,000 – $3,000Just to plead out — not to fight the charge
DMV Reinstatement Fee$95Plus SR-22 filing costs
SR-22 Insurance Surcharge$1,000 – $5,000+/yrFor 3+ years; can total $10,000–$15,000
Alcohol Education Classes$200 – $500Mandatory for most convictions
Ignition Interlock Device$70 – $150/monthRequired for restricted license
Probation Supervision Fees$300 – $1,200Varies by jurisdiction and length
Lost Wages / Job ImpactVaries significantlyLicense suspension, court dates, possible termination
Towing & Impound$200 – $1,000+Vehicle impound at time of arrest
TOTAL (conservative estimate)$6,300+In mid-1999 dollars — costs have only grown since

If the attorney costs noted are just for pleading out, can you afford not to fight the charge — even if the attorney costs to fight may be higher? Because even without attorney costs, you're still looking at a minimum of $6,300 in non-attorney costs. And you'll always have the DUI conviction on your record.

Can you afford not to fight your DUI?

The cost of a conviction far exceeds the cost of a strong defense. Call Timothy Kelly & Associates for a free consultation.

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