Van Nuys DUI Attorney

Breathalyzers & BAC

DUI (driving under the influence) may be charged when a person drives with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or higher. Blood alcohol content is typically measured by a breath test or blood test, although sometimes it is subjectively judged by a field sobriety test. When a breath test is administered, a person would be asked to blow into a device called a breathalyzer machine, which then measures his or her breath alcohol ratio. A blood test is administered by obtaining a blood sample from a person suspected of DUI that is then read by lab personnel to determine their blood alcohol ratio.

Both breath and blood alcohol ratios are said to be very similar. However, there are often legal issues that can surround breathalyzer tests & BAC results that may prove false results. These issues include:

Improper administration of the test
Improper reading of the test
Poorly trained staff
Calibration issues
Poor maintenance
Lab mix-ups
Fermentation of blood sample

DUI Defense Lawyer in Van Nuys, Encino, Studio City, and Sherman Oaks

At the Law Offices of Loren M. Merlin, we are fully aware of the many faults and legal issues that may surround a breathalyzer test or blood test in a DUI case. As professional Van Nuys DUI lawyers, we provide hard-hitting DUI defense representation for who have failed or refused BAC testing and have been arrested or charged with drunk driving as a result. We are very familiar with all current DUI laws and procedures in California.

The failure to agree to submit to a breathalyzer or blood test under California’s “Implied Consent Law” can result in an automatic license suspension for up to 1 year or longer. In order to protect your driving privileges and safeguard your future if arrested for DUI, you should contact a Van Nuys DUI attorney immediately.

Loren M. Merlin protects the legal rights of clients accused of drunk driving. Please contact a Van Nuys DUI attorney at our firm today to schedule a free case consultation.