Sanford DUI: Breath and Blood Tests
DUI Defense Attorneys Serving Sanford, Florida
Just because you were arrested for DUI and took a breath test or blood test that showed a reading of .08% or greater, this does not mean A) that the result was accurate, or B) that you should be convicted of drunk driving.
At Katz & Phillips, P.A. we have extensive experience with breath and blood tests. DUI attorney David Katz is a former prosecutor and a former DUI/Intoxilyzer Specialist who has received particular training on the Intoxilyzer 8000, the breathalyzer machine used in Florida. During his specialized training to handle Intoxilyzer hearings in County and Circuit courts, Mr. Katz had access to CMI, Inc., the company that designed and built the Intoxilyzer 8000. No other defense lawyer in the area has had this special advantage.
In working with a DUI defense lawyer at our firm to challenge your breath test or blood test results, you can feel confident that your case is in good hands. Our firm is focused on client service. In addition to providing aggressive representation at our clients’ DMV hearings and in criminal court proceedings, we strive to keep each client well-informed and provide personal attention and service.
Challenging Breath Tests in Sanford DUI Cases
There are different strategies that an attorney may utilize in challenging a breath test or blood test result. Following are some questions we may ask in order to determine whether a breath or blood test should actually be admissible in court:
- Was the test administered properly?
- Did a trained and qualified professional administer the test?
- Was the breath test device properly calibrated, maintained and inspected?
- Was the blood sample handled and mixed properly?
- Was there a physical condition or ailment that could have led to a false reading?
These are just a few of the factors to look into. By consulting a breath test lawyer at our firm, you can learn more about your rights and options in regards to your particular Sanford DUI charges.
Contact Katz & Phillips, P.A. today!
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