Defense of DUI Blood or Breath Tests
A drunk driving conviction depends, to a great deal, on the quality of the blood or breath test taken at the time of the arrest. Mistakes made in gathering, handling or analyzing the samples can put the validity of test results in question. Defendants cannot and should not be convicted on questionable evidence.
Criminal Defense Is All I Do
I am Steven M. DuBreuil, a Salt Lake City criminal defense lawyer, who represents clients charged with drunk driving in Utah. I have the legal knowledge required to analyze the case against you and mount a strong defense to DUI charges.
I understand the science and technology behind blood and breath tests and I know that tests are not infallible. If mistakes were made in your DUI blood or breath tests, I will file a motion to suppress the evidence against you and have the case dismissed.
The police will have to answer many questions about the blood or breath test. For example:
- Were the tests administered correctly?
- Was the officer properly trained in the administration of the breath or blood test?
- Was the blood test done in a sterile environment or in the back of the squad car?
- Was the blood test properly labeled and handled? Was it contaminated?
- Was the blood sample large enough to provide significant results?
- Was the Breathalyzer correctly calibrated and in working order?
No technology is perfect 100 percent of the time. Cell phones sometimes drop calls. Computers crash. Even Toyotas are recalled. Breathalyzer machines are not infallible, and juries understand that.
Should You Refuse the Test?
You can refuse to submit to a blood or breath test. If you refuse, your driver's license suspension will be longer. For people who have multiple DUIs, it may be wise to refuse the test. If you refuse you can lose your license based on the refusal. Each case is different. An attorney can help you determine what would be in your best interest.
DUI Defense Fees
I defend clients facing DUI charges for a reasonable fee and payment plans are available. To discuss your DUI case, please contact the Law Office of Steven M. DuBreuil in Sandy, Utah.
