Breathalyzers

DUI Cases and the Use of Breathalyzers

Though using breathalyzers is a common way of measuring blood alchohol content (BAC) in a driving under the influence (DUI) suspect, this has been questioned by DUI attorneys. Though the breathalyzer is constantly being upgraded, thanks to advanced technology, it still cannot eliminate all possible loopholes. These loopholes are being attacked in court by attorneys who are determined to free their clients of a DUI conviction.

Blood Alcohol Content

Blood alcohol content (BAC) is one of the, if not the most, important factors in determining the guilt of a driving under the influence (DUI) suspect. It is, after all, the scientific basis in which a person can be judged as either drunk or had just a little drink before going on his or her way. Without this basis, people may be falsely judged according to their outward behavior. The verdict may be solely dependent on what the arresting officer says and what the suspect has to say plus the field sobriety test result. This evidence is very dependent on human judgment and error.

Field Sobriety Tests

When you hear "field sobriety test", you may think of walking the straight line. One simple straight line may help bring a DUI suspect to jail or on the way home. However, there are more field sobriety tests out there than just this one. Here are the tests and their explanations: