If you were pulled over for a DUI, the policeman may have asked you to take a breathalyzer or field sobriety test to determine how drunk you were. When you are arrested, you will often undergo a chemical test, either a breath test or a blood test, to see if your blood alcohol level is higher than the legal limit of .08 percent (BAC).
What can you do if your test results show a BAC beyond 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 for more information and then call Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088 for a free legal consultation.
What Is a Motion to Suppress?
An attorney can petition a judge to exclude certain evidence from the case by filing a motion to suppress evidence with the court. The court will decide 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 DUI cases. These motions typically center on whether or not the test (blood or breath) was correctly performed. The results of chemical tests used to diagnose DUIs must adhere to stringent regulations; otherwise, the results may be suppressed.
An expert DUI lawyer will be very knowledgeable 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. This is simply not true. 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
It takes particular skills to handle DUI offenses. This could 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 an experienced 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 violation. Attorney Dan E. Chambers has extensive legal experience in DUI defense. He has the tools necessary to efficiently and fairly handle DUI cases. To arrange a free initial consultation, contact the Chambers Law Firm right now at 714-760-4088 or dchambers@clfca.com.
