Vehicular assault in Colorado Springs is prosecuted under Colorado Revised Statutes §18-3-205. This charge applies when a person is accused of causing serious bodily injury to another while operating a vehicle either:
Recklessly, or
While under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Vehicular assault is typically charged as a felony, and the consequences can include prison time, fines, and long-term impact on your record.
Right Law Group represents individuals facing serious criminal charges throughout Colorado Springs and El Paso County. For a broader overview, visit our vehicular assault lawyer page.
Causing serious bodily injury while under the influence
Typically charged as a Class 4 felony
Related DUI resources:
Colorado DUI laws
Colorado DUI penalties
Causing injury through reckless driving behavior
Typically charged as a Class 5 felony
Learn more about reckless driving:
Reckless driving in Colorado
Vehicular assault cases are typically handled in:
El Paso County District Court (felony jurisdiction)
Cases often begin with investigations by the Colorado Springs Police Department.
To understand how felony cases progress, review: criminal justice process
Vehicular assault cases often rely on:
Accident reconstruction
Blood alcohol or toxicology results
Officer observations
Witness statements
Because these cases often depend on interpretation, challenging the evidence is critical: challenging evidence
Vehicular assault charges often appear alongside:
If you have been charged with vehicular assault in Colorado Springs, don’t wait to seek legal help. The sooner you contact a vehicular assault lawyer, the better your chances of building a strong defense. At Right Law Group, we offer a free consultation to discuss your case, explain your legal options, and start building a strategy to protect your future.
Call us today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Colorado Springs vehicular assault and homicide defense attorney.
Vehicular assault involves causing serious bodily injury while driving recklessly or under the influence.
Yes. It is typically charged as a Class 4 or Class 5 felony depending on circumstances.
Most cases are handled in El Paso County District Court.
In some cases, charges may be reduced depending on evidence and circumstances.
Whether the criminal meant to harm anyone is irrelevant. The only issue is whether the defendant caused substantial damage by driving carelessly or while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Yes. Victims of vehicular assault who sustain injuries may file a civil lawsuit to recover damages to cover their medical expenses, lost earnings, and other accident-related expenses. It would be best to consider retaining an attorney from Right Law Group to represent you in your criminal lawsuit and work closely with your civil attorney.
Yes. Any restricted substance is considered a “drug” under the definition in the statute (CRS 18-3-205 (II)), which includes numerous pharmaceutical active components. You can also be charged with driving under the influence from prescribed medications.
