Field Sobriety Test

The Role of Field Sobriety Tests in DUI/DWI Cases

Before arresting someone for a DUI/DWI, the police must administer a series of field sobriety tests. These are the standard tests you are probably familiar with such as walking heel-to-toe in a straight line, touching your nose, etc. Based on the results of these tests, the officer will make a decision regarding a DUI arrest.

Did The Cops Administer These Tests Correctly?

While you may not know whether or not the police handled the field sobriety tests correctly, the experienced attorneys at the Ayres Law Firm in Salt Lake City, Utah, will.

For a free consultation about DUI defense, call us today at (801) 255-5555 or send us an e-mail.

Why Field Sobriety Tests Are Performed Incorrectly

Even though administering a field sobriety test may seem quite straightforward, there are many mistakes a cop can make. For example, you may be asked to perform the heel-to-toe test over potholes, ice, or other obstacles.

The arresting officer may not have been trained on field sobriety testing for more than a decade ago and he may rarely administer them. If this is the case, you have the beginning of a defense on the mistakes he/she may have made in administering the test.

Your Attorney Will Investigate the Field Sobriety Tests

Many police cars are equipped with cameras that record field sobriety tests. Additionally, the police officer is required to carefully document the incident. Reviewing these two pieces of evidence can very often provide sufficient evidence of errors in how the tests were handled.

Free Consultation - Contact Us Today

If you have been charged with drunk driving, contact a defense attorney as soon as possible.

Call today at (801) 255-5555 or send us an email.

About Tyler Ayres

As the founder of Ayres Law Firm, Tyler Ayres knows that the legal system requires specific strategies to get the best possible outcome for your case. This is why Mr. Ayres has assembled Utah's most experienced team of DUI defense trial attorneys, former prosecutors and drivers license experts. Together, the entire team works in concert on your case to ensure the best possible outcome for you.

"Being accused of a DUI does not make you a criminal," Tyler explains. "We treat you with respect and dignity as our team does everything possible to minimize the disruption of a DUI in your life.

Having defended hundreds of individuals accused of DUI since 2001, Mr. Ayres is one of Utah's most experienced and successful DUI attoneys. Daily he is representing his clients in their criminal proceedings in the courts as well as at the DMV hearings.

To remain on the cutting edge of DUI defense strategies and techniques, Mr. Ayres attends that National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers annual DUI conference. Additionally, Mr. Ayres devotes hundreds of hours every year continuing his study and understanding of DUI defense through personal study and attendance at legal summits, seminars and continuing education courses.

Areas of Practice:

DUI/DWI
Traffic Violations
Criminal Law
White Collar Crimes

Bar Admissions:

Utah

U.S. District Court District of Utah

Education:

Willamette University College of Law, Salem, Oregon
J.D.

University of Utah, Salt Lake, Utah
B.S., Majors: Communications and Political Science

Professional Associations and Memberships:

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys