Too many Louisiana drivers plead guilty when accused of vehicle while intoxicated (OWI). Most tend to hope that they’ll receive a lenient sentence because they took responsibility for their alleged actions, even if they know that they weren’t impaired. They may know...
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4 Unveiling the Secrets: How Police Officers Master the Romberg Balance Test in Field Sobriety Tests!
Intoxicated driving is not to be taken lightly - it carries severe consequences. If you ever find yourself facing a DWI charge in Louisiana, it's crucial to understand the methods used by police officers during field sobriety tests. One such test, the Romberg balance...
Challenging the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Test: A Closer Look
DWI charges carry severe consequences, affecting multiple aspects of your life. If you're charged with DWI in Louisiana, understanding the legal process and mounting an effective defense is crucial. One commonly used field sobriety test is the Horizontal Gaze...
Field Sobriety Tests During Traffic Stops
We've all seen it...the videos of people on police body camera doing field sobriety tests. The people are failing miserably, touching their forehead when they should touch they nose. Falling over instead of walking in a straight line. These are known as field...
Can You Get a False Positive on a Breathalyzer Test?
Can you get a false positive on a breathalyzer test? So many times I've had clients say "I swear I didn't drink that much!" If you've faced a DWI charge, you may question breathalyzer test accuracy. These tests determine if you're over the legal blood alcohol...
Understanding the Different Types of Breathalyzer Tests Used in DWI Cases: Intoxilyzer 8000 vs. Breathalyzer BAC DataMaster
If you find yourself facing a DWI charge in Louisiana, it's really important to have a solid understanding of the various types of breathalyzer tests that may be used to evaluate your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). As you search for a trusted DWI attorney in New...
Can you pass the breathalyzer test in Louisiana and still get arrested for driving drunk? Yes!
I had mother call the other day about her 26 year son who was arrested for DWI but his BAC was .06%. She said "he was under the limit...the police arrested him illegally!" I understand her frustration. It's a common misconception that if you "pass" the breathalyzer...
A Breath of History: The Evolution of the Breathalyzer Test
Last month while reviewing a DWI case, I was reviewing the breathalyzer test results. The officer was using a new machine, and I wanted to check out the reliability and validity of this particular machine. This led to a three hour deep dive into the history of the...
DWI in Louisiana: Will you face jail time?
A young women called our office yesterday morning and I could tell by the tone in her voice she was upset. Not mad...just confused and worried. She was calling about a DWI, her first one. In fact, she has never been in trouble with the law before. After we went...
5 aggravating factors that could enhance your DUI penalties
Many individuals are familiar with the potential consequences of a DUI (Driving under the influence) conviction: fines, license suspension and even jail time. However, what often goes overlooked are the factors that can magnify these penalties, commonly called...