The decision to testify or not is an important issue in your DUI trial and should be made only with the assistance of an experienced Carmel DUI attorney. The initial considerations are whether you are prepared, whether you can convincingly articulate what you have to say and, perhaps most importantly, whether you can make a …
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Attacking Field Sobriety Tests
Field sobriety tests can be difficult even for someone perfectly sober. It’s very possible to fail a test for reasons other than your alcohol level, such as anxiety, fatigue, medical disability, or, as discussed below, complicated instructions given in a short time. Most field sobriety tests have multiple steps. Although the instructions are complicated, police …
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Using Voir Dire Effectively to Learn About the Jurors
Through voir dire, DUI defense lawyers ask prospective jurors about their opinions and experiences to determine whether to select, or reject, them for the jury. An experienced Carmel DUI defense lawyer knows certain techniques to elicit valuable information from the jurors. A good Carmel DUI defense lawyer will do the following: Help jurors understand the …
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Standardized and Non-Standardized Tests that Check for Drunk Drivers
Police officers use numerous types of standardized and non-standardized tests to check for drunk drivers. A knowledgeable Carmel drunk driving attorney can advise you regarding the legitimacy and validity of the particular tests used in your case. While some tests are legitimate, various other tests used by police officers have not been scientifically studied, nor …
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The Pretext Stop: Equipment Defects or Equipment Violations
It is legitimate for a law enforcement officer to stop a driver for an equipment violation. However, a pretext stop occurs where the officer uses the suspicion of an equipment violation as an excuse to stop the vehicle for another reason. In this article, a Carmel drunk driving lawyer will discuss the constitutionality of pretext …
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The Initial Interview With Your Carmel DUI Defense Attorney
Who can verify your story? The prosecution in your DUI trial must prove every element of the case against you. One of those elements is that you must have been actually driving or, more precisely, operating a motor vehicle. It is imperative for your Carmel DUI defense attorney to interview any witnesses who may be …
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The Administration of the One-Leg-Stand Test
A police officer may choose to administer what is known as the one-leg-stand test, which involves the DUI suspect demonstrating that he or she has the ability to stand on one leg while the other leg is stiffly extended in front of him and the foot is held about six inches above and parallel to …
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Securing the Evidence
As part of your Carmel DUI lawyer’s investigation of your case, he or she should ask you about the type of shoes you were wearing at the time of your arrest. There are times when women submit to field sobriety tests in high heels. Moreover, men may have performed the tests in cowboy boots. Balance …