Driving under the influence is one of the most heavily prosecuted offenses in Colorado, and the penalties can affect nearly every aspect of a person’s life. With so much at stake, dashcam video evidence that captures the moments leading up to and following a traffic stop takes on enormous importance. While prosecutors may view the footage as strong support for their case, the reality is that dashcam evidence is not
It is well established law that the police cannot legally stop your vehicle without reasonable suspicion. Where matters become a little less clear is the law that holds that once the purpose of the initial stop of a defendant’s vehicle has been accomplished, and no other reasonable suspicion exists to support further investigation, any ongoing detention of the defendant and his vehicle is illegal. A recently decided Colorado Supreme Court,