If you are pulled aside at a traffic stop or made to pull over by the police and take a breathalyzer test, what should you do? Believe it or not, what you choose to do in this situation can influence your odds of beating the charges in court.
The Steps You Take During Your DUI Stop Can Make A Tremendous Difference
Many people wonder whether or not they should actually submit to the breathalyzer test. If you fail to submit to the test, you may be subject to losing your license for an extended period of time. That being the case, most people do submit to the test.
Following an officer’s instructions and being cooperative during a test can be helpful. Although officers do not have a great deal of discretion when it comes to DWI, they can approach the case in more or less helpful ways if they believe you deserve it.
For example, let’s imagine that you plan to challenge your DWI charges. You might allege that the test was carried out improperly or that the breathalyzer itself was not working correctly. If you do, then the arresting officer would be the main witness to the contrary.
If he or she does not show up to the court date — which could happen for any number of reasons — then the charges are much more likely to be thrown out.
Not only should you follow an officer’s directions, but also write down your version of events and exactly what happened as soon as you get home. This information can be useful to your lawyer in crafting your defense.
Don’t Try To Fight DUI Alone: Let An Experienced DWI Lawyer Help You Right Now
People all over the United States are charged with DWI every single day. A DWI stop can be the result of a single ill-timed decision to have just one more glass of beer or sip of wine.
Although driving under the influence is always a serious matter, it is important that well-intentioned citizens don’t get caught up in the “dragnet” of aggressive DWI enforcement.
Even though DWI is common, that doesn’t mean Long Islanders should attempt to fight the charges alone. Partner with Naiburg, Obedin and Weissman to get some of the area’s top legal minds working on your case.
We look forward to helping you.