Driving Colorado

It is unlawful to ride a horse while intoxicated.

Status: Still Enforced / On the Books

The Law Explained

In Colorado, a horse is legally considered a vehicle when ridden on a public roadway. Therefore, saddling up after a few too many at the saloon can land you a horseback DUI. This frontier-era law remains on the books to prevent runaway steeds and drunken cowboys from causing traffic accidents.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: C.R.S. § 42-4-1301

Where to look:

Traffic Code - Driving Under the Influence

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