Lynnwood DUI Lawyer

Snohomish County Field Sobriety Tests

There are several tools that a police officer or other law enforcement agent can use in order to determine if he or she has cause to arrest an individual on suspicion of impaired driving.  There are several field sobriety tests that an officer may use to subjectively judge an individual.  The officer will ask you to complete the test, which is essentially a physical test that does not scientifically incorporate or test your actual blood alcohol concentration (BAC).  If you have been arrested for DUI and you were judged on your performance in one or more field sobriety tests, please contact an Lynnwood DUI lawyer at Baker, Lewis, Schwisow, & Laws, PLLC as soon as possible.  Your defense could be greatly enhanced with the help of an experienced attorney.

Accuracy and credibility of these types of sobriety tests has been long contested in the Washington state legal community.  In fact, many attorneys believe that the results of these tests should not be considered as legitimate evidence against an individual who has been charged with DUI. 

There are many factors that must be exactly right in order for a field sobriety test to be conducted and performed in a manner in which the officer could accurately judge impairment or lack thereof.  Weather, attire, road condition, lighting, preexisting medical conditions and more can cause the tests to appear falsely positive.

DUI Attorney in Lynnwood

When you need help with your DUI charges, you can count on the skilled, knowledgeable and aggressive DUI lawyers at Baker, Lewis, Schwisow, & Laws, PLLC to provide you with the defense that you need.  Your attorney understands that your freedom and right to drive is important to you.  That is why they will work tirelessly to defend your rights and advocate your best interests. 

The DUI defense team at Baker, Lewis, Schwisow, & Laws, PLLC is fully knowledgeable about field sobriety tests and how they work.  If you believe the validity of your results should be challenged, tell your attorney and he or she will be able to determine the best defense for your situation.

Contact a Lynnwood DUI Attorney at Baker, Lewis, Schwisow & Laws, PLLC today.  They serve many areas in Washington, including Snohomish County.