If you were pulled over for a DUI, the police officer may have asked you to take a breathalyzer or field sobriety test to determine how drunk you were. When you are arrested, you will typically undergo a chemical test to see if your blood alcohol level is more than the legal limit of .08 percent (BAC).
What can you do if your test results show a BAC over the permitted limit? In this circumstance, a knowledgeable DUI lawyer can investigate your alternatives for resolving your DUI case, including perhaps getting the charges dropped. Keep reading to learn more and then contact Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088 for help.
A Motion to Suppress: What Is It?
An attorney can petition a judge to exclude certain evidence from the case by filing a motion to suppress evidence with the court. The judge will reach a conclusion after hearing arguments from both the prosecutor and the defense lawyer based on the law.
The outcomes of the chemical tests used to calculate BAC are frequently contested in a petition to suppress in a DUI case. These motions typically center on the appropriate execution of the test (blood or breath). Chemical tests used to diagnose DUIs must adhere to tight regulations; otherwise, the results may be hidden.
A knowledgeable DUI lawyer will be very familiar with these regulations and may be able to convince the judge that the evidence must be suppressed since the test did not adhere to the requirements. In some circumstances, the evidence obtained as a result of the test may also be withheld, which could result in the charges being dropped.
Many motorists feel that a conviction is guaranteed if a chemical test reveals a BAC of more than .08 percent. Simply said, this is false. A criminal defense lawyer with experience in DUI cases can object to the inclusion of this evidence, which will increase the likelihood that the charges will be dropped or that a not-guilty finding will be rendered at trial.
Why You Need a DUI Lawyer
Specialized understanding is needed to handle DUI crimes. This may cover everything from guidelines for taking chemical testing to potential influences on BAC findings (such as special diets, medical conditions, and more). Understanding intricate administrative and criminal regulations, as well as the science underlying how the body processes alcohol and how blood alcohol level is measured, is essential when defending DUI charges.
Hiring a knowledgeable DUI lawyer will provide you peace of mind if you have been charged with a DUI since your lawyer will be familiar with the ins and outs of the DUI procedure, including how to have chemical test results suppressed.
Do not hesitate to get in touch with Chambers Law Firm if you have been accused of a DUI. Attorney Dan E. Chambers has extensive legal experience, specializing in DUI defense. He has the tools necessary to efficiently and fairly handle DUI cases. To arrange a free initial consultation, contact Chambers Law Firm right now at 714-760-4088 or dchambers@clfca.com.
