According to Michigan implied consent law, a driver must submit to a breath test or blood test if he or she has been arrested for DUI (driving under the influence) or OWI (operating while intoxicated). A refusal of chemical testing to determine one’s blood alcohol or breath alcohol level may result in the suspension of your driving privileges and further criminal penalties for second or subsequent refusal.
The Lansing DUI attorneys at Kronzek & Cronkright know that breath and blood tests are not always accurate. Because they are administered by people who can make mistakes, and because they do not take into account each individual driver’s unique physical make up, it is easy for a breath test or blood test to show a reading which is too high. However, because of the consequences of refusing a chemical test, our attorneys find themselves defending numerous clients who have agreed to a blood test or breath test and have been unfairly charged with DUI or OWI as a result.
Breath Tests and Blood Tests
A breath test is the least reliable form of chemical test which may be used to determine a driver’s blood alcohol concentration after a Lansing OWI or DUI arrest. The machine itself may malfunction or may be improperly calibrated, or the test may be administered incorrectly. Additionally, certain physical conditions or diets may affect the results of a breath test.
While more accurate, a blood test may also show an incorrect blood alcohol concentration reading if it is administered incorrectly, if the sample is mishandled or if any mistake or error occurs during the testing process.
It is the job of your Lansing DUI defense lawyer to use the particular information regarding your blood test or breath test and DUI arrest in order to determine how to best defend you against DUI or OWI charges.
DUI Arrest? Consult an Attorney at Kronzek & Cronkright!
At Kronzek & Cronkright, our attorneys have nearly 70 years of combined experience in defending the rights of drivers who have been charged with drunk driving, DUI or OWI. As such, we have the knowledge and experience it takes to contest breath test or blood test results, as well as clients who have been accused of refusing to submit to a chemical test. We offer a free case evaluation to answer your questions and see what we can do to help.
Contact a Lansing DUI lawyer at our firm if you have been charged with DUI or OWI based upon a failed or refused breath test or blood test.