Breath and Blood Tests

DWI Defense Lawyers in Virginia

If you were arrested for DWI (driving while intoxicated) in Virginia, the arresting officer most likely requested that you submit to a breath test or blood test to determine your blood alcohol concentration. This is a key part in law enforcement's attempt to build a solid case against you that will eventually result in a DWI conviction and the implementation of serious criminal penalties. If you take a breath or blood test and show a result of .08% or greater, you can expect to face DWI/DUI charges.

Fortunately, an attorney can do much to challenge your results on a breath test or blood test. These tests must be administered properly, with the right equipment and by trained personnel. A single mistake or violation of any kind may affect the outcome of a test and may therefore be used by a DWI defense lawyer to successfully challenge your charges.

Whether you have been arrested for a first DWI or already have convictions on your record and are facing charges for a second, third or subsequent DWI, the testing procedure will be the same. If you refuse a breath or blood test, you may face automatic license suspension by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles. If you do submit to a test and your result is above the legal limit, you will be charged with DWI and you will face license suspension.

Challenging Breath Tests and Blood Tests

A Virginia DWI attorney can take immediate action to protect you against charges in criminal court as well as license suspension by the DMV. At Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein our experienced attorneys assist clients in these cases by providing the highest quality legal counsel every step of the way, including challenging the manner in which a breath test or blood test was administered, as well as the testing device itself. Even in the face of a "failed" blood or breath test, we may be able to effectively help you avoid a conviction.

Contact a Virginia DWI lawyer at our law firm today for more information about breath and blood tests and DWI/DUI.