DUI Defense Lawyer in Phoenix

Field Sobriety Tests

When an individual is arrested and charged with DUI, it is common procedure to have several Field Sobriety Tests administered by the law enforcement officers at the scene.  These tests are very unscientific, as the evaluation of the test is based upon the observation of the officer, and there are many factors that can skew the tests.  For example, if the individual has balance problems, they will likely fail the walk a straight line test.  There can be medical problems that affect the test as well.  In many cases, the test is improperly administered, as it is required that it is done on a flat surface away from traffic, and it is in most cases administered at the side of the road, with cars whizzing by.  If you have been arrested and charged with DUI and had one of these tests administered, it is crucial that you contact a Phoenix DUI defense lawyer.  With a skilled lawyer defending you, it is likely that any results from a field sobriety test can easily be challenged in court.

Phoenix DUI Defense Attorney

Attorney James Novak is an aggressive, powerful DUI defense lawyer with years of experience in successfully challenging evidence in DUI cases, including field sobriety test results.   You can be assured that the every aspect of the evidence in your case will be thoroughly reviewed to seek out the flaws in the case against you.  Field sobriety test results are only part of what can be challenged when defending you in court.

The National Highway Safety Transportation Administration (NHSTA) considers that the most accurate of these tests is the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus.  They admit that when this test is administered correctly under perfect conditions, it is only 77% correct, and the other tests have an even lower accuracy score.  Attorney James Novak will fight to challenge any arrest that was based fully or partially on these very inaccurate testing methods.  If the test was administered at a traffic stop and then the results were used as “probable cause” this is another area that could be successfully challenged in court.  Don’t take chances with your future, contact Attorney Novak for superior defense on DUI charges.

Contact Phoenix DUI Defense Lawyer James Novak if you have been arrested and charged with DUI after having field sobriety tests administered to you.