3 Common Sobriety Tests
When you are charged with DUI, you could be facing serious legal consequences if convicted. To test if a person is driving under the influence, law enforcement officers can employ several different tests. While many officers quickly estimate a person’s blood alcohol content with a field sobriety tests, they can also employ one of three common laboratory tests. Understanding these lab tests can better prepare a person for the process of a DUI trial.
If you or someone you know has been charged with driving under the influence in Rhode Island, contact the experienced Rhode Island DUI attorney Matthew Marin today by calling 401-287-4384. He is dedicated to helping clients fight DUI charges, and he may be able to reduce or eliminate the charges against you.
Chemical BAC Tests
There are several ways to test a person’s blood alcohol content, or BAC. Although field sobriety tests are faster, law enforcement officials often turn to chemical tests to more accurately determine a person’s BAC, including:
- Breathalyzer test
- Blood samples
- Urine sample
Although a Breathalyzer exam can be administered in the “field” during a routine pullover, it also relies on chemicals to test a person’s BAC. The blood and urine sample tests are generally administered once a person suspected of DUI has been taken into custody.
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Unfortunately, these tests are not always perfect, and you could be charged with DUI as a result of BAC testing mistakes. If you are facing DUI charges, contact knowledgeable Rhode Island DUI attorney Matthew Marin today by calling 401-287-4384.
