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.
Client was stopped for suspicion of DUI in the parking lot of his apartment. He was arrested for DUI and provided a breath result of .10. Attorney Sullivan was able to demonstrate flaws with the machine and the State agreed to reduce the charge to Reckless Driving.
Client was stopped in his driveway. Given his age, he did not perform well on FSE’s. Mr. Sullivan was able to demonstrate that the poor performance was due to age and not alcohol and the State agreed to reduce to Reckless Driving.
Client was stopped for allegedly weaving. Attorney Sullivan filed a Motion to Challenge the legality of the traffic stop. Just before the hearing was to happen, the State agreed to the reduction to Reckless Driving.
Client was arrested after a citizen called in and reported erratic and unusual driving. Client performed poorly on field sobriety exercises and refused a breath test. Mr. Sullivan filed a challenge to the legality of the arrest and the State agreed to reduce the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Client was stopped by law enforcement for driving over a median in an unfamiliar part of town. Client admitted to having a few drinks but that he felt fine to drive. Despite performing above-average on FSE’s, law enforcement arrested client for DUI. The State initially refused to reduce this offense to Reckless Driving. However, Mr. Sullivan held their feet to the fire and set the case for trial. Prior to the trial, the State agreed to reduce the charge to Reckless Driving.
Client was involved in an accident in which his vehicle backed into another vehicle in a parking lot. He performed poorly on FSE’s and his urine results showed the presence of marijuana. Mr. Sullivan pointed out inconsistencies in the officer’s report using his skill and knowledge from taking the Drug Recognition Expert Medical Foundations class. The State agreed to reduce the charge to reckless driving.
Client was involved in an accident in which her vehicle rear-ended a public transportation bus. She performed fairly on FSE’s and her urine results showed the presence of marijuana. Mr. Sullivan pointed out inconsistencies in the officer’s report using his skill and knowledge from taking the Drug Recognition Expert Medical Foundations class. The State agreed to reduce the charge to reckless driving.
Client was stopped for swerving on the Sunshine Skyway. She was arrested for DUI and provided and declined breath testing. Mr. Sullivan pointed out mitigation, including a jurisdictional issue, and the State agreed to reduce to reckless driving.
Client was stopped for allegedly swerving. Law enforcement alleged that our client performed poorly on FSE’s. Subsequent to his arrest, he provided a breath sample which was above the legal limit. Mr. Sullivan was able to demonstrate that our client’s BAC would have been lower at the time of driving. As a result, the State agreed to reduce the charge from DUI to Reckless Driving.
Client was involved in an accident. Charged with DUI with BAC above .08. This was a second offense DUI. Charge reduced to Reckless Driving after thorough analysis and mitigation presentation by Mr. Sullivan
Client initially hired another lawyer. That previous lawyer recommended that client plea to DUI. Client then hired Mr. Sullivan. Client’s BAC was .12. Mr. Sullivan found troubling issues with intoxilyzer and presented same to State Attorney’s Office. State then agreed to reduce charge to Reckless Driving.
Client was stopped by law enforcement for speeding. Client performed poorly on FSE’s and provided a breath alcohol level above the legal limit. Mr. Sullivan presented mitigation, including an argument that the breath result was unreliable. The State thereafter reduced the charge to Reckless Driving.
