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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Usually for a minor driver (under 21 years of age) whose privilege has been revoked for one year due to a first‑time DUI/DWAI or a BAC of .02% or higher, completion of a Level I Alcohol & Drug Education program is required.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

Level II

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

LEVEL II EDUCATION
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Enrollment

An Affidavit of Enrollment (DR 2643)(opens in new window) completed by an BHA certified treatment agency, allows a driver who is required to complete a Level II course for reinstatement, to attend and complete their education and treatment program after and as a condition of reinstatement.

 

Enrollment means you've officially signed up for your required Level II DUI education and treatment program — and it’s a major step toward getting your license back. To do this, your provider will submit a form called the Affidavit of Enrollment (DR 2643) to the DMV. This form proves you’re enrolled in a state-approved program. Once it's submitted, you may be allowed to start driving again - even before completing your classes - as long as you stay enrolled and follow all program rules.

 

Important: If you stop attending, miss too many sessions, or are discharged from the program, the DMV can cancel your license again. So once you're enrolled, it’s essential to show up, stay on track, and finish strong.

 

Who is eligible to use an Affidavit of Enrollment?

Any Colorado resident who has been ordered to complete a Level II DUI education and treatment program for license reinstatement, and who is currently enrolled in a state-approved Level II program, may use the DR 2643 Affidavit of Enrollment form — only if they are also eligible for reinstatement can use the DR 2643 Affidavit of Enrollment form(opens in new window).

This means:

  • They’ve met all other reinstatement requirements (e.g. waiting period, fines, ignition interlock setup if required)

  • They are otherwise allowed by the DMV to begin the reinstatement process

  • They have not yet completed the Level II program but are actively participating

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