Gwinnett County Breath Test DUI Lawyer
In Georgia, a motorist who is impaired by drugs or alcohol can face DUI charges. However, probably the easiest way the state gets a conviction is to prove the driver’s alcohol content was over a certain threshold. The breath test is a common tool the police use to document your intoxication and get a conviction. Contact The Spizman Firm if you blew a high number and now fear that you’ll lose your license and end up in jail. This is a difficult moment, but you have come to the right firm. Our Gwinnett County breath test DUI lawyers have won these types of cases, and we are available to meet for a private, no-risk consultation.
Pushing Back Against a Number
Any DUI case based on a breathalyzer result is called a “per se” case. To many people, these cases look black and white. You took the test, your number is high, you are now convicted.
But not so fast. The reality is that these machines are not as foolproof as people think. Georgia uses a specific breathalyzer for DUI testing—the Intoxilyzer 9000. The machine will estimate your blood alcohol concentration based on the amount of alcohol in your breath. It’s not a perfect test, and some officers don’t know how to calibrate the machine.
Contact The Spizman Firm if you are charged with DUI. We want to hear more from your perspective, including what was said about why the police stopped you. The fact is that you can push back against any high breathalyzer number, and it is possible to obtain a favorable result to the case.
Multi-Dimensional Defense
An experienced lawyer knows how to identify and attack weaknesses in the case against a client. We can take a holistic, 360-degree view of the evidence and determine the best way to move forward.
Each case is different, and what worked for a neighbor or coworker might not be appropriate in your case. Here are some defense tactics we have used over the years:
- Challenging the validity of the Intoxilyzer result.
- Offering alternative explanations for alcohol in your mouth, including mouthwash or cold medication.
- Challenging the reasons why the officer stopped you in the first place.
- Using witnesses to cast doubt on accusations you were intoxicated.
- Opening plea negotiations with the state and seeking a more efficient resolution.
What is a good result in a DUI case? Some clients can plead to a reduced, non-DUI charge, allowing them to avoid the most severe penalties. Other clients can possibly convince a judge to dismiss charges for police misconduct or other clear violations of their rights. We can offer more tailored advice in a private consultation.
Providing Hope to DUI Defendants
DUI is a serious crime, and some defendants can lose their licenses for a year or longer. Call The Spizman Firm to speak with a Gwinnett County breath test DUI lawyer. Our firm understands the science behind DUI, and we leverage this knowledge to seek the most just resolution to our clients’ charges.
