Criminal Defense - DWI
If you have been arrested for a criminal offense or if law enforcement has contacted you in connection with a criminal investigation, it is critical that you obtain legal counsel immediately to defend your liberty and preserve your rights. Josh Carpenter’s extensive experience as a police officer allows him to understand the value of having competent legal counsel from beginning to end.
If you have been arrested for Driving While Intoxicated, the time to protect your rights starts the moment those flashing red and blues come on behind you.
As a rule, you should refuse all tests. Standardized Field Sobriety Tests are designed to bolster the prosecution’s case against you. You cannot “pass” and expect to go on home. If the officer suspects intoxication enough to ask you to perform the tests, you’re likely going to be arrested regardless. So, you might as well be arrested without providing more evidence against yourself. This refusal extends to any and all breath or blood samples the officer asks you to give.
There are consequences to a refusal but those are easier to deal with than a DWI conviction. Even with your refusal the office may obtain a warrant to have your blood drawn. If this happens, do not fight the officer or the nurse. There are plenty of ways to attack this blood test in court. The whole time you are with the police officer, refuse to answer any questions regarding alcohol use, drug use, intoxication, etc. Again, these interview questions are designed to bolster the state’s case against you. Politely refuse to answer without the advice of an attorney.
Once arrested, post bond as soon as possible. Hiring the right attorney during this moment is crucial – your life depends on it.
Criminal Defense - DWI
If you have been arrested for a criminal offense or if law enforcement has contacted you in connection with a criminal investigation, it is critical that you obtain legal counsel immediately to defend your liberty and preserve your rights. Josh Carpenter’s extensive experience as a police officer allows him to understand the value of having competent legal counsel from beginning to end.
If you have been arrested for Driving While Intoxicated, the time to protect your rights starts the moment those flashing red and blues come on behind you.
As a rule, you should refuse all tests. Standardized Field Sobriety Tests are designed to bolster the prosecution’s case against you. You cannot “pass” and expect to go on home. If the officer suspects intoxication enough to ask you to perform the tests, you’re likely going to be arrested regardless. So, you might as well be arrested without providing more evidence against yourself. This refusal extends to any and all breath or blood samples the officer asks you to give.
There are consequences to a refusal but those are easier to deal with than a DWI conviction. Even with your refusal the office may obtain a warrant to have your blood drawn. If this happens, do not fight the officer or the nurse. There are plenty of ways to attack this blood test in court. The whole time you are with the police officer, refuse to answer any questions regarding alcohol use, drug use, intoxication, etc. Again, these interview questions are designed to bolster the state’s case against you. Politely refuse to answer without the advice of an attorney.
Once arrested, post bond as soon as possible. Hiring the right attorney during this moment is crucial – your life depends on it.
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