Fail a Field Sobriety Test?

In order to help law enforcement officers determine the cognitive and physical capabilities of suspected drunk drivers, several tests known as field sobriety tests were developed. Field sobriety tests measure the abilities of a driver by testing their balance, coordination and ability to concentrate. These tests are based on studies that have shown that alcohol intoxication reduces the abilities of drivers to the point that they are a danger to other drivers on the road, as well as pedestrians, property and themselves. In the event that a law enforcement officer determines that a driver has failed their field sobriety testing in conjunction with results from breath & blood tests, the officer can arrest the individual and charge them for driving while intoxicated (DWI). If you or a loved one has been arrested following a failed field sobriety test you should contact a Plano DWI attorney as soon as possible.

The primary problem with field sobriety tests lies in the reliance on the law enforcement officer to determine if a person's physical actions during the test indicate intoxication. This means that medical conditions, physical disabilities and even an incorrectly administered test can affect the officer's perception of the driver's actions. When these kinds of factors affect the capabilities of a person, a field sobriety test can be failed, but may not actually determine intoxication. With the assistance of an attorney, it may be possible to challenge the results of a field sobriety test and have it dismissed as evidence in court.

DWI Attorney in Plano, Texas

If you have been arrested or charged for DWI due to failing a field sobriety test, there is a chance that your charges can be reduced or dropped if it can be proven that the test was administered incorrectly, or that a condition present at the time of the testing could have significantly affected the results. At the Zendeh Del Law Firm we have the years of experience and understanding of DWI law to help determine if these tests have been administered incorrectly, and assist your case towards a favorable conclusion by challenging the DWI evidence against you.

If you are in need of legal guidance, contact a Plano DWI Lawyer at our firm today for a free consultation.