Georgia Breathalyzer Test

If you were arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) after failing a Georgia breathalyzer test, it is important to know that the device used to administer your test may have delivered inaccurate results. Therefore, it is in your best interest to discuss your breathalyzer results with an experienced DUI defense attorney immediately.

As you can probably guess, a breathalyzer test works by calculating the amount of alcohol in your bloodstream, a measurement known as blood alcohol content (BAC). Under federal law, drivers 21 and older are prohibited from operating a vehicle with a BAC of 0.0 8% or higher, while minors and commercial drivers are subjected to an even lower limit (0.02% and 0.04%, respectively).

Each state has its own laws regarding the type of device officers must use to administer breathalyzers. In Georgia, the test is performed on the Intoxilyzer 5000. Unfortunately, this machine is known to have flawed source code, which means it can often provide inaccurate BAC calculations.

In addition, many officers are not properly trained to use the Intoxilyzer 5000, and others fail to keep the device maintained and/or calibrated properly—both of which can lead to unreliable test results. In some cases, even chewing gum or using mints or mouthwash can falsely inflate a person’s blood alcohol content. Likewise, medical conditions such as diabetes and acid reflux disease are also known to elevate BAC.

If you were arrested for DUI after failing a Georgia breathalyzer test, you may want to consider obtaining legal representation for your case. After representing thousands of drivers across the state, attorney Greg Willis knows all too well just how unreliable Georgia’s breathalyzer tests can be—and Mr. Willis can use this knowledge to challenge your arrest and help you avoid the life-altering consequences of a drunk driving conviction.

Put one of the state’s most successful DUI defense attorneys to work for you. Call the Law Offices of Greg Willis today. Should you choose to retain his services, one flat fee covers both your criminal and administrative DUI cases—and Mr. Willis will even prepare your driver’s license suspension appeal form for free! In addition, you’ll also receive a complimentary copy of William C. Head’s (a senior partner at the firm) in-depth guide to DUI law—essential reading material for any person charged with driving under the influence in Georgia.

For more information on how Mr. Willis can help you challenge your breathalyzer test results, call now to schedule your free case evaluation.

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