Atlanta DUI Attorney

Breathalyzer Tests in Atlanta

A breathalyzer test is often used as a means to determine a driver’s blood alcohol level when he/she has been arrested for DUI (driving under the influence) in Atlanta, Georgia. If you were arrested for drunk driving and took a breath test which showed a result of .08% or greater, you may face DUI charges. An experienced Atlanta DUI defense lawyer understands how to contest a failed breathalyzer test or a breath test refusal. Both may have serious consequences, including driver’s license suspension, fines, jail time, probation, community service and alcohol treatment. Breathalyzer tests are actually well-known for their faults and for their potential to give false readings. For instance, if a machine is not properly calibrated it may produce a reading that is too high. This may be a possible defense that an attorney can use at a DMV hearing or in court in order to have breathalyzer test results suppressed.

The most commonly used breathalyzer test machine in Georgia is the Intoxilyzer 5000. This machine may give a false or high reading if it is administered improperly, if the machine is not properly calibrated, or if the person taking the test smoked, ate or drank recently. Additionally, certain gastroesophageal reflux conditions or diets may affect the test results. When taking a breath test, the individual will blow into a machine which then calculates the level of alcohol in his/her breath, and that is what will be used to determine a person's relative blood alcohol level. However, factors such as a person’s gender, weight, metabolism and unique body temperature are not taken into account in these calculations, thus making breathalyzer tests all the more unreliable.

DUI Lawyer in Atlanta, GA

As an Atlanta DUI defense attorney, Judy Kim has defended numerous clients who have failed breathalyzer tests in the state of Georgia. Her knowledge of the faults in these tests and what viable defense strategies work in court and at administrative license suspension hearings have enabled attorney Judy Kim to secure stellar results for a number of clients through the years.

Contact an Atlanta DUI attorney from the Law Office of Judy Kim today to find out how she can fight your breathalyzer test results!