Winning your DUI Trial in the Orange County Courts
Presenting a winning case in Orange County will usually include a thorough review of your DUI case and then taking a very aggressive position with regard to the following;
Perhaps the Breath Tests were unreliable. Many times law enforcement doesn’t follow the correct procedure and protocols when conducting the breath testing. There are also medical issues that may greatly influence the result of the breath testing performed on you. Medical issues can include but are not limited to prescription medicines recently taken, diabetes, dental issues, acid reflux etc. all of which may alter the test result. Even a burp or vomiting can cause a bad breath test reading.
An examination of the Field Sobriety Tests by your attorney is necessary. These tests are designed for you to fail. In fact, most people taking these tests would fail even if they were 100% sober. Most folks stopped for a suspected DUI are not comfortable with regard to being pulled over for any one of a number of reasons. The lawyer can, as an example demonstrate that the tests show a person has perhaps “lack of coordination” rather than intoxication. Most attorneys have no difficulty demonstrating to a jury that the tests are unreliable and therefore should be given little of no credence.
When was the Blood Alcohol Level taken? Perhaps it was not over the limit when you were driving. If you were stopped shortly after drinking it will take a while for your blood alcohol level to rise. By the time the blood or breath tests are done the blood alcohol level is over the limit. The time between the first drink, the pull over and the BAL test is critical. Your lawyer will understand how to use these results and if these results should be used, to your greatest advantage.
Determining the arresting Police Officer’s Credibility. Police officers sometimes overstate their case and a good DUI Attorney can demonstrate this to a jury in court. Were you lawfully stopped and arrested. Often an arresting officer can be challenged as it is often difficult for them to remember one specific DUI case and its details buy the time it reaches trial. A competent attorney can question your arresting officers testimony and raise questions with regard to its accuracy and credibility.
These are only a few of the many areas your DUI lawyer can address in court on your behalf. Good legal council is imperative if you are to
