Our case studies provide a closer look at how we’ve helped clients navigate challenging DUI charges and achieve favorable outcomes. While every case is different, these examples highlight our strategic approach, dedication, and commitment to protecting our clients’ rights and futures.
The Defendant was involved in a traffic accident and was ultimately charged with DUI under the theory that she was impaired by prescribed medications. During a two day jury trial, Attorneys Sullivan and Bauer meticulously picked apart the State’s case, revealed the sloppy police work, and focused on the science which demonstrated non-impairment. The jury was out less than one hour before returning a verdict of NOT GUILTY.
The Defendant was detained by law enforcement after a citizen reported dangerous driving. Law enforcement conducted a DUI investigation and determined that our client was impaired. The defendant refused breath testing. Our office submitted mitigation to the State, and the prosecutor agreed to amend the charge to Reckless Driving.
The Defendant was the subject of a traffic stop for failing to stop at a pedestrian cross walk signal. Law enforcement detected signs of impairment and the defendant was arrested. Breath testing revealed breath results of .14 and .14. Our office submitted mitigation to the State and the prosecutor agreed to amend the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
The Defendant was found unconcious in a vehicle. Law enforcement responded and detected indicators of impairment. The defendant performed poorly on FSE’s and refused breath testing. Our office presented mitigation to the State, and the prosecutor agreed to amend the charge of DUI to Reckless Driving.
The Defendant was arrested for DUI after a parking lot crash. This was a unique case where the evidence supported our position that the Defendant was not impaired by alcohol or a controlled substance, but that the defendant was hungover from the day before. The State ultimately agreed to amend the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving with no probation.
The Defendant was charged with a second offense DUI and a refusal to submit to breath testing. The State’s initial offer was 30 days in jail. Our office critically analyzed the evidence and discovered that the initial traffic stop was of questionable legaltiy. This issue was presented to the State, and the prosecutor agreed to amend the charge of DUI to Reckless Driving.
The Defendant was detained by law enforcement because his vehicle was stationary in a lane of travel. Law enforcement detective indicators of impairment and conducted a DUI investigation. The Defendant refused field tests and post-arrest breath testing. Our office submitted mitigation to the State, and hte prosecutor agreed to amend the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Although the Defendant, a minor, was not arrested for DUI, his license was suspended for an “.02” violation. Our office challenged the suspension on the client’s behalf. The department ultimately invalidated the suspension after our team argued that law enforcement failed to meet its burden to establish that our client had driven a car as a minor after consuming alcohol.
The Defendant was stopped for traveling at excessive speeds and going into the bike lane. Law eenforcement detected numerous signs of impairment. Our client refused field tests and breath testing. Our office submitted mitigation to the State and the prosecutor agreed to amend the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
The Defendant was the subject of a traffic stop for speeding. Law enforcement detected numerous indicators of impairment. The Defendant submitted to breath testing with results of .149. Our office submitted mitigation and the State agreed to amend the charge to Reckless Driving.
The Defendant was charged with DUI after a traffic crash. He performed fairly on FSE’s considering the crash. His urine showed the presence of pain medication and antianxiety medication. At trial, our office argued that there was a lack of evidence of impairment by controlled substances. The jury agreed with our position and returned a verdict of not guilty. This was our client’s second DUI arrest, so he avoided 6-12 months of no driving at all.
The Defendant was stopped for traveling 85 in a 55 zone. Law enforcement detected signs of impairment. The defendant provided a breath result of .159. Our office submitted mitigation and the prosecutor agreed to amend the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
