Ventura DUI Lawyers

Breathalyzer Tests and BAC in Ventura, California

A breathalyzer test is a chemical test which is administered in the event of a DUI arrest in California, used to measure a driver’s BAC (blood alcohol concentration or content). A breathalyzer is a device which estimates a person’s blood alcohol level using a breath sample. Although breathalyzer tests are used throughout Ventura, California to test drivers’ blood alcohol concentrations following DUI arrests, these have been the subject of a great deal of controversy due to their tendency to be inaccurate.

A breathalyzer test can go wrong at any of a number of points. For example, did you know that the police officer is supposed to observe you for 15 minutes prior to administering a breath test? This is done to ensure that you do not belch, eat, drink or regurgitate your food during that time. These actions can affect your BAC reading. A breathalyzer must also be properly calibrated per California state standards in order for the results to be admissible in court. The test must be properly administered as well. These are just a few of the ways that a skilled Ventura DUI attorney can contest the results of a breathalyzer test that was administered in conjunction with your DUI arrest.

Gutierrez, Curtis & Gutierrez – Ventura DUI Defense

As former prosecutors and retired judges, the Ventura DUI attorneys at Gutierrez, Curtis & Gutierrez have a unique and thorough understanding of breathalyzer tests and BAC, and how these issues affect DUI cases in California. We understand what specific defenses work in regards to a breath test and how to use these in order to successfully represent a client facing even the most serious of drunk driving charges.

We welcome you to contact a Ventura DUI lawyer at our firm to discuss your breathalyzer test and find out how we can help. We offer a free consultation and represent clients throughout Ventura and the surrounding areas in Southern California.