The Client was observed swerving and then hit a sidewalk. Law enforcement attempted to stop the Client’s vehicle but she ignored them and drove approximately 9 blocks before she came to a stop. The Client was then given field sobriety exercises, which law enforcement stated that she performed poorly on, and once arrested she gave a breath sample of more than twice the legal limit. The Client was charged with DUI and felony Fleeing and Eluding an Officer. The Firm investigated the case and determined that it was not reasonable to believe that the Client was actively trying to evade the Officer as she was not speeding or trying to be “evasive.” The Firm also discovered that the client had zero criminal history and did not look bad on her video as the Officer had stated in his report. The State agreed to dismiss both the DUI and the felony Fleeing charge.
DUI & Criminal Division
