DUI Blood Test Case in Stafford, Virginia: Not Guilty
Battlefield Law Group Partner, Steve Duckett, explains how he won a DUI trial for his client in Stafford County, Virginia.
A DUI charge does not mean a conviction.
Defense attorney Steve Duckett secured a significant result in a DUI blood test case in Stafford, Virginia. The client was found Not Guilty after the defense closely reviewed the scientific evidence and the circumstances surrounding the stop.
Case Overview
This Stafford, Virginia DUI case relied heavily on a blood test result. Blood testing can seem conclusive, but a DUI blood case is only as reliable as the procedures used to collect, handle, and analyze the sample.
Key Issue: Scientific Testing Records Revealed a Critical Problem
After subpoenaing the scientific testing records, the defense discovered that the blood sample was analyzed using a machine that was not properly calibrated. When the accuracy of the testing process is in question, the reliability of the result becomes a major issue in court.
Why the Details of the Stop Still Mattered
This was not just a science issue. The client also performed well on field sobriety tests and presented an appropriate demeanor during the encounter. Those facts mattered when the court evaluated whether the prosecution met its burden of proof.
Why Subpoenaing Lab Records Is So Important in DUI Blood Cases
DUI blood cases involve detailed laboratory procedures, and the underlying records can contain important information, including:
How the blood sample was handled and stored
Whether proper protocols were followed during testing
Whether the testing equipment was functioning correctly and calibrated as required
Whether documentation supports the reliability of the reported results
These are details that most people overlook. They are often only uncovered through subpoenas and careful review by a defense team that understands DUI blood testing.
Talk to a Northern Virginia DUI Defense Attorney
If you are facing a DUI charge involving a blood test, it is critical to have an attorney who will dig into the scientific evidence and the procedures behind it. Battlefield Law Group represents clients in Stafford, Virginia and across Northern Virginia.
Call 571-364-0500 to speak with a defense attorney. Se habla español.
Disclaimer
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case depends on its specific facts, evidence, and circumstances.
