If you never drive under the influence of alcohol, you never have to concern yourself with a DUI charge. However, good people make bad mistakes all the time, which could lead you to a run-in with the law.
A DUI arrest is stressful enough, but this doesn’t even take into consideration what you’ll go through in the time leading up to your court date. Furthermore, when your day in court arrives, it’s only natural to be nervous.
Fortunately, with the right legal team on your side, you can devise a DUI defense strategy that gives you the best chance of avoiding a conviction and the associated penalties.
Here are the most common drunk driving defense strategies:
- Improper stop: This is always something to consider, as the arresting officer must have probable cause to stop your vehicle. Without this, the evidence collected during the stop could be thrown out, putting you in position to walk away without any consequences.
- Inaccurate administration of field sobriety tests: There is more to the administration of field sobriety tests than what you see on television. The officer must take a variety of steps to ensure that you understand the test, as well as to guarantee the accuracy.
- Inaccurate Breathalyzer result: In addition to challenging proper administration of this test, you may be able to argue that the equipment was not properly maintained. Both of these things can result in an inaccurate reading.
- Rising blood alcohol concentration level: Think about how long it took for your arrest to unfold. You were pulled over, you had a discussion with the officer and then you performed a variety of field sobriety tests. During this time, it’s possible that your blood alcohol concentration level increased. Subsequently, it’s also possible that you were not legally drunk at the time you were operating your vehicle.
All of these drunk driving defense strategies are worth your consideration, as you never know which approach gives you the best possible chance of protecting your legal rights and avoiding a conviction.
Once you understand the finer details of your arrest and charges, you can focus on your legal rights to ensure that you don’t make any mistakes along the way. For more information on all things related to drunk driving, visit our website and review our blog.
