Nationally recognized for his reputation in DUI defense and criminal defense, attorney Jay Tiftickjian has authored and served as editor for a number of important books related to current law and legal developments.
Colorado DUI Defense: The Law and Practice, 2nd Edition, 2017
Published by Lawyers & Judges Publishing Company
From the publisher: For even the most seasoned attorney admitted to practice in the State of Colorado, defending DUI cases has always presented special challenges. Today mounting a successful defense is more difficult than ever. Now you have the advantage with Colorado DUI Defense: The Law and Practice, Second Edition. This text and supplementary DVD contains the most important information to help you attain a successful verdict.
The Law and Practice, Second Edition ensures that you understand the chemical, biological and technological concepts and issues underlying DUI prosecution and defense in the State of Colorado. The authors provide the most up-to-date information available on key areas of DUI law in Colorado including: DUI Investigations, Driving and Field Sobriety Testing, Drug Recognition, Evaluation and Chemical Testing, Blood Alcohol Calculations, Pre-trial Investigations and Motions, Practice, Plea Offers and Agreements, DUI Trial Procedures, and more.
Lawyers & Judges has published eighteen state-specific DUI defense reference books. A practitioner in Colorado raved in the Colorado Lawyer that Colorado DUI Defense: The Law and Practice is “a must-have resource” and would make “a nice gift for the lawyers in your life who practice DUI defense.”
Book Topics Include:
- Lawyer Advertising
- Basic Client Relations & Representing Clients with Special Circumstances
- Alcohol- and Drug-Related Driving Offenses
- Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
- Pre-Trial Investigations
- Pre-Trial Motions Practice
- Plea Bargains & Convictions
- Trial
- DUI Investigations: Driving and Field Sobriety Testing
- Drivers Under the Influence of Drugs
- Chemical Testing
- Blood Alcohol Calculations
- Expert Witnesses
DVD topics include:
- NHTSA Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) Manuals 2013
- Automobile & Motorcyclist Pamphlets
- AZDPS Blood Alcohol Testing Uncertainty Budget
- NHTSA Drug Recognition Expert Course (DRE) 7-Day School 2013
- NHTSA Improved Sobriety Testing
- NHTSA DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
- Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Validation Studies
- And more!
Colorado DUI Defense is available at Lawyers and Judges Publishing Company and on Amazon.
Medicolegal Aspects of Marijuana, 2015
From the publisher: Medicolegal Aspects of Marijuana: Colorado Edition is the hands-down indispensable textbook for attorneys, judges, legislators, and individuals involved in the business of medical and recreational cannabis
Chapters:
- Chapter 1: A Brief History of Marijuana Legislation in Colorado
- Chapter 2: Pharmacology of Marijuana
- Chapter 3: Licensing, Regulation, and Enforcement of Medical and Recreational Marijuana Business in Colorado
- Chapter 4: Banking and Taxation for the Marijuana Industry
- Chapter 5: Business Regulation and the Enforcement Process for Colorado Marijuana Law
- Chapter 6: Colorado Marijuana Criminal Law and Penalties
- Chapter 7: Federal Controlled Substances Laws and Marijuana
- Chapter 8: Driving Under the Influence of Drugs: An Overview of Colorado’s Alcohol and Drug-Related Driving Offenses
- Chapter 9: Laboratory Testing Overview of THC
- Chapter 10: Are THC Concentrations Appropriate For Presuming Psychomotor Impairment?
- Chapter 11: Land Use, Real Estate, Landlord/Tenant and HOA Issues
- Chapter 12: Under the Influence of Marijuana
- Appendix A: Relevant Statutes, Codes, Rules, and Memoranda
- Appendix B: Names of Marijuana Strains
- About the Contributors
- Index
Medicolegal Aspects of Marijuana: Colorado Edition is available from Amazon and Lawyers and Judges Publishing Company.
In addition to the 2015, Colorado version, Jay Tiftickjian has been the editor of Medicolegal Aspects of Marijuana: Washington Edition (2016), Arizona Edition (2018) and the Michigan Edition (2019).
Colorado DUI Defense Manual, 2015
Published by the Colorado Criminal Defense Institute
About the book: Jay Tiftickjian was asked to be the editor for the first volume of the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar’s DUI Defense Manual, and he also wrote chapters in it about closing arguments and sentencing, and co-authored a chapter on professional consequences with attorney Abe Hutt.
Chapters:
- Chapter 1: Pretrial Preparation
- Chapter 2: Pretrial Discovery and Disclosures
- Chapter 3: Subpoenas Duces Tecums
- Chapter 4: DMV Revocations and Hearings
- Chapter 5: DMV Reinstatements
- Chapter 6: DMV Appeals
- Chapter 7: Pretrial Conditions
- Chapter 8: Checkpoints
- Chapter 9: DUI-D Overview
- Chapter 10: DRE Overview
- Chapter 11: Boating Under the Influence
- Chapter 12: Felony DUI
- Chapter 13: Voir Dire
- Chapter 14: Opening Statements
- Chapter 15: Cross Examination
- Chapter 16: Intoxilyzer/Tests & Intoxilyzer Manuals (9000)
- Chapter 17: Confrontation Clause
- Chapter 18: State’s Case/Prosecutorial Misconduct
- Chapter 19: Motions for Judgments of Acquittal and Mistrial
- Chapter 20: Affirmative Defenses
- Chapter 21: Closing Arguments
- Chapter 22: Sentencing
- Chapter 23: A Brief Probation Primer
- Chapter 24: Professional Consequences
- Chapter 25: Immigration Issues
- Chapter 26: County Court Appeals
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar DUI Defense Manual is available from the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar.
Understanding Changes to Colorado’s DUI Laws, 2013
Published by Thomson Reuters-Westlaw
From the publisher: Written by a nationally renowned Denver DUI attorney, Understanding Changes to Colorado’s DUI Laws helps anyone facing a DUI charge in Colorado, even those with prior arrests. The author breaks down each part of the criminal court and DMV process, and covers all aspects of a Colorado DUI case, from the initial police contact and arrest through the trial and even sentencing.
Chapters:
- Chapter 1: The Court Process
- Chapter 2: DUI Laws
- Chapter 3: Driver’s License Consequences
- Chapter 4: Retaining an Attorney
- Chapter 5: Evidence
- Chapter 6: Defenses
- Chapter 7: Plea Bargains
- Chapter 8: Sentencing
- Chapter 9: Collateral Consequences
- Chapter 10: Frequently Asked Questions
- Appendices
- About the Author
Understanding Changes to Colorado DUI Laws is available from Amazon.
Colorado DUI Defense: The Law and Practice, 2013
Published by Lawyers & Judges Publishing Company
From the publisher: For even the most seasoned attorney admitted to practice in the State of Colorado, defending DUI cases has always presented special challenges. Today mounting a successful defense is more difficult than ever. Now you have the advantage with Colorado DUI Defense: The Law and Practice. This text and supplementary DVD contains the most important information to help you attain a successful verdict.
Colorado DUI Defense is available at Lawyers and Judges Publishing Company, Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
Facing A DUI Charge In Colorado, 2013
From the publisher: This easy-to-read guide prepares you for both your court case and your DMV hearing from the very start, and addresses issues you might not have otherwise considered. You will be informed and educated after reading this book, prepared to move forward with the confidence that you can achieve the best possible outcome.
Chapters:
- Chapter 1: The Court Process
- Chapter 2: DUI Laws
- Chapter 3: Driver’s License Consequences
- Chapter 4: Retaining an Attorney
- Chapter 5: Evidence
- Chapter 6: Defenses
- Chapter 7: Plea Bargains
- Chapter 8: Sentencing
- Chapter 9: Collateral Consequences
- Chapter 10: Frequently Asked Questions
- Appendices
- About the Author
Facing a DUI Charge is available at Amazon and the Westlaw Store.
Chapters in Law Publications
Along with his various books and editorial work, renowned criminal defense attorney Jay Tiftickjian has also contributed to a number of different law publications as an author. These publications include:
The Roads Less Traveled: Four Uncommon Defenses to Vehicular Homicide Cases,” Defending DUI Vehicular Homicide Cases, 2014 ed., 71-90. Aspatore Books from Thomson Reuters Westlaw.
“There Will Be Blood: A History and Analysis of Forced Blood Draws After Missouri v. McNeely,” The Legality of Search and Seizure in DUI Cases, 2013 ed., 7-38. Aspatore Books from Thomson Reuters Westlaw.
“Unraveling the Confrontation Clause: Expert Testimony and Forensic Reports After Williams V. Illinois,” Utilizing Forensic Science in Criminal Cases, 2014 ed., 27-58. Aspatore Books from Thomson Reuters Westlaw.
“Understanding The Government’s Playbook: How Systemic Toxicology Laboratory Failures are Spun,” Utilizing Forensic Science in Criminal Cases, 2014 ed., 123-144. Aspatore Books from Thomson Reuters Westlaw.
“Four Strategies For Criminal Jury Selection That Do Not Involve Candles, Magic Powders, or Other Voodoo Supplies,” Jury Selection in Criminal Cases, 2013 ed., 81-98. Aspatore Books from Thomson Reuters Westlaw.
“Your First Response is Critical: How to Start off Strong in a Vehicular Homicide Defense.” Defending DUI Vehicular Homicide Cases, 2013 ed., 63–76. Aspatore Books from Thomson Reuters Westlaw.
“Analyzing the Profits and Perils of Drug Court as an Option.” Defense Strategies for Drug Crimes, 2013 ed., 53–65. Aspatore Books from Thomson Reuters Westlaw.
“Planting the Seeds for a Successful Defense in a Drugged Driving Case.” Navigating DUI Drug Cases, 63–81. Aspatore Books from Thomson Reuters Westlaw.
“Preparing for Trial: Getting Organized and Getting Your Client’s Story.” Trends in DUI Discovery, 2012 ed., 99–117. Aspatore Books from Thomson Reuters Westlaw.