These are the most common reasons prosecutors decide to drop DUI charges:
The defense has a solid argument that will likely sway the judge or jury in their favor.- The prosecutor’s physical evidence is weak. For example, in a DUI case, perhaps the BAC (blood alcohol level) of the defendant measured at .09%, just slightly above the .08% limit. The defense could reasonably argue that mistakes in administering the test as well as the fallibility of the breathalyzer could have resulted in an abnormally high reading.
- New evidence exonerates the accused.
- The prosecutor’s most solid evidence has been ruled inadmissible in court. This can happen if the evidence was obtained without a valid warrant or through police misconduct.
- The prosecutor may offer a plea deal to the defendant. When that happens, the prosecutor drops the more serious charge when the defendant pleads guilty to a lesser charge.
The defense has a solid argument that will likely sway the judge or jury in their favor.Need help with your Southern California DUI case?
There are other reasons that prosecutors may drop your DUI charges, but these are the most frequently cited ones. If you’re dealing with a DUI charge right now, don’t go it alone, and definitely don’t hire a sub-par attorney who won’t take your case seriously.
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