If you have been wrongfully accused of driving while intoxicated, you’re probably feeling very frightened and frustrated. There are, however, several things you can do to help your case. Read through the following to learn more about wrongful DWI arrests and how to vindicate yourself.

Causes of a Wrongful DWI Arrest

Did you know that individuals are falsely accused of a DUI more often than any other criminal offense? Reasons for a possible wrongful arrest include:

  • Inaccurate or unfair field sobriety testing
  • Police officer bias
  • Inaccurate or incorrectly interpreted breathalyzer results
  • High blood alcohol content resulting from something other than alcohol consumption
  • Previous criminal offenses are taken into account and weighed against the offender

What to Do

When you are wrongfully accused of a DWI in the Cincinnati area, the first thing you should do is hire a skilled Attorney.  With the help of a professional, you will be better equipped to navigate your way through the legal system, and build up a solid defense based on your claims to innocence.

It is also important to document the events of the arrest as soon as possible.  Include a list of any witnesses along with relevant contact information and any information you were able to secure in reference to the police officer who arrested you. This written record will provide your attorney with an accurate picture of what transpired, and will indicate whether any of your rights were violated.

The Bottom Line:   A knowledgeable attorney can help you protect your interests both in and out of the courtroom. Individuals who have been convicted for DUI/DWI charges may have had an inaccurate reading of the actual amount of blood alcohol content in their system, especially individuals who have received convictions of DWI solely on the basis of  breathalyzer tests.  The good news is that the innocent can challenge the results of the breathalyzer test and possibly prevent a DUI/DWI conviction.

 

Scott Rubenstein, Cincinnati Attorney at Law