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When a driver is arrested on suspicion of drinking and driving, police conduct a breath or blood test to determine the motorist’s blood alcohol content (BAC) and whether it’s over the legal limit – now .08 percent in all 50 states. Although police and prosecutors consider blood tests to be potent evidence in a drunk driving case, they are far from foolproof. It’s imperative to consult with a New York attorney who has experience defending drunk driving cases to learn how blood test results can be challenged. Once an arrest is made, a driver must submit to chemical testing pursuant to New York Vehicle and Traffic Law. New York’s implied consent law means that anyone licensed to drive in the state consents to taking either a blood or breath test if arrested on suspicion of drinking and driving. If a driver is suspected of driving under the influence of drugs (DUID), a blood or urine test may be required. If a person fails to submit to the required chemical testing, a number of serious repercussions can follow, including fines and DMV revocation of the person’s driver’s license for one year. Even if a person refuses to take a chemical test, courts have given leeway to arresting agencies to take the defendant’s blood by force. One common error in BAC blood testing is improper blood drawing procedures. In addition, the blood must be drawn by a person certified to perform the draw. Also, the driver’s arm must be wiped with an alcohol-free wipe and the sample must be kept in a controlled environment in order to preserve the quality of the sample. Therefore, it is beneficial in pursuing a DUI defense to identify the “chain of custody” in order to fully understand who had access to the sample, and how it was stored. Even if a blood sample was properly drawn and stored, it’s important to note that while chemical testing may be accurate to determine blood or breath alcohol content (BAC) at the time of testing, it is not conclusive evidence of BAC at the time of driving. It is not illegal to be above the legal limit while in a police station; the crime is driving under the influence, or driving above the legal limit, not having a BAC above the legal limit at a later time. Because alcohol levels change over time, this is a critical point to understand. Ultimately, blood test results can be successfully challenged. When it comes to issues of blood testing in a drinking and driving case, it’s important to have a New York lawyer knows the intricacies of DUI / DWI defense on your side. |
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