COLORADO DUI
About
At Colorado DUI, we believe that one mistake doesn’t define your story. A DUI may be part of your past — but it doesn’t have to dictate your future.
Why Choose Us
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Flexible Scheduling: Multiple class times available throughout the week — including evenings and weekends — to fit your life.
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Supportive & Respectful Environment: Join a safe, nonjudgmental group focused on growth, connection, and positive outcomes. We treat you like a person, not a case number.
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Licensed, Experienced Clinicians: All sessions are led by licensed therapists with expertise in substance use, trauma, and restorative change.
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Accessible Online Classes: Attend live, face-to-face sessions via Zoom — fully compliant with Colorado State requirements.
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Bilingual & Culturally Responsive Team: Classes are available in English and Spanish, led by native-speaking clinicians who understand and respect cultural context.:
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Trauma-Informed, Person-Centered Approach: We don’t just check boxes — we offer care that recognizes the whole person behind the event. Compassion and accountability work together here.
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Comprehensive, Court-Approved Curriculum: state-approved curriculum recognized by the Colorado DMV and the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) and fully compliant with Colorado DMV requirements.
You Are Not Your DUI
Empowering Lives Through Therapy
At Colorado DUI, we know that DUI work sits in a complicated space — there are no easy sides. A DUI can cause real harm: to yourself, to others, and to the trust you once had. But it can also be a wake-up call, a turning point, a beginning.
That’s why our approach is trauma-informed and person-centered. We don’t reduce people to their worst moments. We help you separate who you are from what happened — and then we walk with you toward who you want to become.
Accountability and care can coexist.
Real change starts with responsibility. It’s deepened by connection. And it’s sustained by support.
We believe that when people are given the tools to heal and the space to grow, they can create safer lives and stronger communities — not just for themselves, but for everyone around them.
Level I DUI Classes
Who Is It For?
- First-time offenders with no prior alcohol/drug-related driving convictions
- Typically referred by the court, DMV, or probation officer
- BAC below 0.15% (though courts may consider other factors)
- No significant signs of substance dependence, trauma, or criminal risk
What is Level I Education?
- 12 hours of alcohol education, usually delivered over 6 weekly sessions
Focus on:
- Effects of alcohol and drugs on driving and decision-making
- Laws and consequences of impaired driving
- Risk reduction and responsible behavior
- Conducted in a group setting with a curriculum approved by the Colorado Office of Behavioral Health (OBH)
- Can be delivered in person or online, depending on provider
BAC Guidelines
- BAC must generally be below 0.15% to qualify for Level I education
- A BAC of 0.15% or higher may lead to a “persistent drunk driver” designation, requiring Level II Education and Therapy
- Screening and assessment help determine appropriate placement (Level I vs II)
When is a Level I required?
Usually for a minor driver (under 21 years of age) whose privilege has been revoked for one year due to a first time DUI/DWAI or a BAC of .02% or higher, completion of a Level I Alcohol & Drug Education program is required. An alcohol and drug evaluator may recommend Level II Education or Level II Education & Therapy instead, based on assessment outcomes. While Level I is most commonly associated with minor drivers (under 21), it can also be assigned to adult first-time offenders under specific conditions — typically at the discretion of the alcohol and drug evaluator, especially when:
- It’s their first DUI/DWAI offense
- Their BAC was low (generally under 0.08% or in the DWAI range: 0.05–0.079%)
- No aggravating circumstances (e.g., no accident, no injuries, no prior alcohol/drug offenses)
- The evaluator determines no significant substance abuse risk or dependence
- The court or probation officer accepts the recommendation
Level II DUI Classes
Who Is Level II For?
- Drivers with a BAC of 0.08% or higher (especially 0.15%+ = “Persistent Drunk Driver”)
- Repeat offenders, or anyone with a prior alcohol- or drug-related driving conviction
- Individuals involved in accidents, refusals, or aggravating circumstances
- Those flagged by evaluators for moderate to high substance use risk or behavioral concerns
- Ordered by the court, DMV, or probation following assessment
What is Level II Education and Therapy?
There are two components to Level II services:
Level II Education
- 24 hours of education, typically over 12 weekly 2-hour classes
Covers:
- Impacts of substance use on health, judgment, and driving
- Legal consequences and social impact of impaired driving
- Skills for reducing risk and preventing recurrence
Group-based, structured curriculum approved by Colorado OBH
Level II Therapy
- Required in addition to Education for higher-risk individuals
- Involves 42–86+ hours of therapy, depending on track assignment (Track A, B, C, or D)
Includes:
- Deeper work on behavior patterns, triggers, coping strategies
- Trauma-informed counseling and relapse prevention
- Support for long-term behavior change
Duration: typically 5 to 10 months depending on the assigned therapy track
BAC & Risk Guidelines
- BAC ≥ 0.15% automatically triggers the Persistent Drunk Driver label, requiring both Education and Therapy
- Repeat offenses, refusals, or signs of substance dependence result in Level II Therapy assignment
- Evaluator recommendations and OBH criteria determine education-only vs therapy requirement
- All placements are made following a Colorado Standardized DUI Assessment
When is Level II Required?
Level II Education is generally required when:
- An adult’s BAC is 0.08% or higher
- The driver refused testing, was involved in an accident, or has prior convictions
- A Persistent Drunk Driver designation applies (BAC ≥ 0.15%, repeat offense, refusal, etc.)
- The evaluator identifies moderate to high risk of substance abuse, trauma, or recidivism
Level II Therapy is added when:
- The driver meets Persistent Drunk Driver criteria
- There is a repeat DUI/DWAI offense
- The assessment indicates substance dependency, trauma history, or criminal risk factors
- The court orders a more intensive intervention