To Blow or Not to Blow ...
Many people looking for information about breath and blood test refusal in Nevada are wondering whether it is better to take the test or refuse. Our opinion, based on our experience in hundreds of these cases, is that it is usually better to comply with the officers' requests for a breath test. In other words, if they ask you to blow, blow.
If you refuse to perform a breath test, you may be arrested. The same is true of field sobriety tests. After you are in custody, the police are empowered to draw a serum sample to determine blood alcohol content (BAC) — with or without your consent. Refusing the blood test will not be an option.
We also know that prosecutors tend to be less likely to agree to favorable plea arrangements when the person charged with DUI refused to blow. If for no other reason than that, breath test refusal is generally a bad idea.
What If It's Too Late?
The other reason people ask us about breath test refusal is if they (or a friend or family member) have already refused when they were pulled over for DUI. In this case we highly recommend obtaining experienced and aggressive defense representation from a proven trial attorney who knows the courts, the police officers, the prosecutors and the judges in the town or city in which the DUI arrest occurred.
If you were arrested or a loved one faces DUI charges in North Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City, Laughlin or anywhere in Las Vegas area and beyond, an experienced criminal defense trial lawyer at Oronoz Ericsson can help. We offer aggressive representation against all misdemeanor, felony and federal criminal charges.
More important, we know DUI. Attorneys at our firm have represented clients in alleged drunk driving cases in practically every court in the region. We know the law, we know the rules. We will fight for you.
Contact a DUI/DWI Defense Attorney
To speak to an attorney at our Las Vegas law office, call 702-577-3647 or send us an e-mail now.
