Thompson v. People

This case is one of three consolidated on appeal here because of common questions of law relating to 1969 Perm. Supp., C.R.S. 1963, 13-5-30. See Giron v. People, 181 Colo. 205, 510 P.2d 316; People v. Smith, 181 Colo. 203, 510 P.2d 315; and People v. Valdez, 181 Colo. 206, 510 P.2d 317, announced this date.

For purposes of reference and application, the crime of driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor, proscribed by 1969 Perm. Supp., C.R.S. 1963, 13-5-30(l)(a), will be referred to as DUI or section (l)(a). It reads:

“It is a misdemeanor for any person who is under the influence of…