Field Sobriety Tests in San Diego
Challenging DUI Tests
Field sobriety tests are one of the first DUI tests conducted by law enforcement when a person is suspected of drunk driving. There are three main tests that are given:
- Walk-and-Turn
- Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN)
- One-Leg-Stand
All three of these tests have been approved for use by the Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA). Most people will fail a field sobriety test, even when they have not been drinking. These tests have inherent flaws that make them extremely unreliable. You are not legally required to take a field sobriety test, and if you are ever stopped by law enforcement and ask to do so, you should refuse. If you did take and fail a field sobriety test, the results can be challenged by a San Diego criminal defense lawyer at t he Law Office of Marc S. Kohnen. The firm will use expert witness testimony and scientific evidence to demonstrate that these tests are faulty and not a reliable indicator of intoxication.
San Diego DUI Attorney
Attorney Marc S. Kohnen is an experienced defense lawyer that has successfully represented many clients in DUI cases. He knows how to dispute the findings of a field sobriety test and other DUI evidence that the prosecution will attempt to utilize when seeking a guilty verdict. Invalidating and suppressing testing evidence can result in a reduction in charges or even a case dismissal. It is one of several DUI defense strategies the firm uses when defending clients charged with drunk driving. If you have been arrested for DUI, retaining the services of a proven litigator can have a strong impact on the outcome of your case. The firm provides aggressive representation and will fight hard to prevent a conviction.
Contact a San Diego DUI lawyer for determined representation if you are facing DUI charges.