Greeley criminal defense attorney William (Bill) T. McAdams devotes a significant percentage of his criminal law practice to defending clients accused of a broad range of DUI and alcohol-related crimes in Larimer and Weld counties. These counties have the highest rates of DUI in the entirety of Colorado, which means the police are gunning for drunk drivers. It is essential that you have an experienced DUI defense attorney like former prosecutor Mr. McAdams. The McAdams Law Office has a proven track record of success and a reputation as a hard-hitting defense lawyer who will leave no stone unturned in a client’s defense.
The evaluation of a case can be critical in beating a DUI charge, and here are just a few of them many factors that can play a role in overcoming a DUI charge:
1. The breath test can be inaccurate. Most experts believe that just one breath alcohol test is unreliable. And there are many inaccuracies that Breathalyzers and Intoxilyzers are prone to.
2. If you do not have a speedy trial, which is a trial within 180 days of your request for a trial, then your charge can be dismissed.
3. Field tests that are not standard — or scientifically measurable — are not valid and can be thrown out as evidence. Counting backwards is simply a measure of your ability to count backwards, nothing more, nothing less, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
4. Field sobriety testing for the few standards that are scientifically acceptable cannot be used as valid evidence for those with medical conditions or who are overweight or over 65 years of age.
5. When the police officer fails to follow the circumscribed set of rules required in giving, analyzing or preserving a blood alcohol test, it is possible to obtain a suppression of the evidence.
6. If you weave inside your lane of traffic and do not cross the lines, it is not a violation of any law, and you cannot be pulled over on suspicion of drinking while driving.
7. Was your breath alcohol test operator unlicensed or was his certification not up-to-date? These are potential reasons to suppress evidence.
8. Evidence gained by a portable breath alcohol test is inadmissible in a court of law in drunk driving cases. This form of test is considered unreliable.
9. If the officer failed to read your Miranda rights, any statements of guilt that you made cannot be used against you.
10. Did the police fail to inform you of the implied consent law with regard to driving on state roads? If so, blood test or breath test evidence cannot be used to incriminate you.
There are as many ways to build a drunk driving defense case as there are clients. Being that attorney Bill McAdams is a former prosecutor, he knows that every defense case is unique, and the facts of the situation will dictate how the effort will be made to beat the DUI charge or obtain drastically reduced charges, whenever possible.
If you have been accused of a DUI, learn how a former prosecutor can help defend you. Call (970) 353-0000 for a free consultation with an experienced, local attorney. You can also send us an email.
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I had hired Bill and Jonathon to help me with a Charge of domestic violence. Never once was I confused, or had the feeling of being isolated and alone. They listened and put together a such a strong case that the prosecuters didn’t stand a chance. Thank you very much for believing in me and taking my case!
I highly recommend Bill. He is the best attorney around. He knows exactly what he’s doing, exactly what he is talking about. Law And defending his clients is his thing and he is extremely good at it. Bill and his team were always extremely responsive and professional. I am so pleased with the outcome of my legal matter. I am happy and relieved to say that my case was dismissed. Deali...
Bill McAdams and his associates provided me with the utmost professional service. Over the course of my case they were always there to answer all my questions of which there were many. They provided me with a feeling of security and that my case was going to be handled properly and get me the best outcome possible. I can’t thank Bill and his associates enough for the service they...
Mr. McAdams is an extremely knowledgeable attorney with a great and informative staff keeping you updated every step of the way. I am more than satisfied with the outcome of my case. I give the whole law firm 10 out of 10.
This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by Founding Partiner, William McAdams who has more than 25 years of legal experience as a personal injury attorney.
