If you are suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol, an attending officer may ask you to partake in some field sobriety tests. Field sobriety tests are different than a breathalyzer test, as the officer will be looking for physical reasons that suggest you are under the influence instead of a chemical reason. They […]
Common Mistakes Police Make During Field Sobriety Tests
Field sobriety tests are designed to help an officer determine if a suspect is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, but like any test, its reliability depends on the person administering the test. If the officer fails to conduct the tests in a clear and accurate manner, the results of the test may be […]
How To Attack Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and Breath Tests
(Below is a guest post from our friends at The Law Offices of Zev Goldstein. Mr. Goldstein is a criminal defense attorney in New York who helps citizens contest all sorts of charges, from minor traffic tickets to cases of drunk driving or police brutality. If you ever end up in trouble in New York, […]
