Vehicular assault in Denver 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 offense, carrying potential consequences including prison time, fines, and long-term impact on your record.
Right Law Group represents individuals facing serious criminal charges in Denver. 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 in Denver are typically handled in:
Denver District Court (felony jurisdiction)
Cases are usually investigated by the Denver Police Department before being filed by prosecutors.
To understand how felony cases move through the system, review our overview of the criminal justice process.
Vehicular assault charges in Denver often arise from:
I-25 and I-70 corridor crashes
High-speed or multi-vehicle collisions
DUI-related accidents
Allegations of aggressive or reckless driving
In many cases, the severity of the charge depends on how law enforcement interprets the cause of the crash.
Vehicular assault cases often rely on:
Accident reconstruction reports
Blood alcohol or toxicology testing
Officer observations
Witness statements
Surveillance or traffic camera footage
Because these cases often depend heavily on interpretation, analyzing and challenging the evidence can be critical: challenging evidence
Charges Often Filed Alongside Vehicular Assault:
Understanding how these charges interact is important when evaluating your legal options.
If you have been charged with vehicular assault in Denver, 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 Denver 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.
Vehicular assault cases in Denver are generally handled in Denver District Court, which has jurisdiction over felony offenses.
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.
