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Facts about the Breathalyzer Test in Tampa

Facts about the Breathalyzer Test in Tampa

Just because you failed a field sobriety test doesn't mean a drunk driving conviction is sure to follow. These tests are not an exact science, and more important, they are not a clear indication of intoxication.

You want a lawyer who understands Florida field sobriety tests and knows how your results will impact your case. As a Tampa DUI Lawyer for the past fifteen years, William Hanlon can provide you with the aggressive DUI and DWI defense you deserve.

A lot of things can affect field sobriety tests. Medications or preexisting medical conditions can have a significant impact on how you perform. Mr. Hanlon will conduct an exhaustive investigation into your stop to find out what really happened. If the officer or medical personnel not administered the breathalyzer or blood tests properly or there were significant outside influences, your charges can be completely dismissed.

Tampa dui attorney with proven experience

Was the breathalyzer machine used to administer your breath test working properly? You don’t want to lose your license or go to jail based on the results of a faulty machine. Mr. Hanlon has extensive knowledge of the different breathalyzer test machines used in Central Florida.

A Tampa dui Attorney’s reasons for Inaccurate Breathalyzer results

Anyone of the following medical problems could produce an inaccurate breathalyzer result, and an experienced qualified attorney can present that evidence to the State Attorney or the judge. It could mean the diffenrence between a dismissal and a dui conviction.

Medical grounds for questioning Breathalyzer tests:
  1. Prescribed medication can produce a false reading
  2. A preexisting medical condition
  3. An unknown medical condition might cause an inaccurate reading

Questioning the results of a Breathalyzer?

The results of your field sobriety tests could be the difference between a reckless driving charge and a drunk driving charge. We will investigate every aspect of the charges you face, including , to make sure you get the fair results you deserve and help you find a way to keep your license.

You can fight your drunk driving charges and you can keep your license. Don’t let a failed field sobriety test affect your decision. The right DUI defense can help you minimize the consequences and keep your license. Contact us today for a free initial consultation.

More about legal dui defenses in Tampa

Instead of worrying about a Blood or Urine examine that you took, educate yourself about legal DUI defenses. Those arguments reveal why blood alcohol content (BAC) calculators can be inaccurate.

Have ten days passed from the time your arrest? Without quick action, you may lose your driver’s license.

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