DWI Defense Counsel Serving Pecos and Reeves County

Exposing Flaws in Breath Testing and Field Sobriety Procedures

Pecos drivers charged with DWI face administrative license suspension, criminal penalties, and long-term consequences that affect employment and insurance. Setra Law Firm, PC challenges forensic science, breath test procedures, and illegal traffic stops to protect against intoxication charges. Many DWI cases rely on subjective field sobriety tests, improperly maintained breath machines, or stops that lack legal justification.

Texas law requires officers to follow specific protocols during DWI stops, including proper administration of standardized field sobriety tests and breath testing procedures. When these protocols are violated, the resulting evidence can be challenged and excluded. Defending against DWI charges means examining every step of the arrest and identifying constitutional violations.

Technical Defenses and Legal Challenges

Breath testing machines require regular calibration and maintenance by certified operators. Incomplete maintenance records, operator errors, and machine malfunctions can all render test results unreliable. Blood tests involve chain of custody issues, potential contamination, and fermentation that can falsely elevate alcohol levels. Each form of evidence requires specialized knowledge to challenge effectively.

Traffic stops must be supported by reasonable suspicion of a traffic violation or criminal activity. Officers who extend stops without justification, conduct searches without consent, or coerce drivers into performing field sobriety tests violate constitutional protections. Identifying these violations allows the defense to file motions to suppress evidence, which can result in reduced charges or case dismissal.

If you're facing DWI charges in Pecos, protecting your driving privileges and record requires experienced representation that understands both the science and the law. Contact us today to review the evidence and begin building your defense.

Protecting Your Rights and Your Record

DWI defense requires challenging the prosecution's evidence at every stage, from the initial stop through trial.

  • Challenging the legality of traffic stops and detention procedures in Reeves County
  • Examining breath test machine calibration, maintenance, and operator certification
  • Analyzing blood test chain of custody and laboratory protocols
  • Filing motions to suppress illegally obtained evidence and coerced statements
  • Defending clients in Pecos and throughout West Texas with trial-ready representation

A DWI conviction carries consequences that extend far beyond fines and court costs, affecting your ability to drive, work, and maintain professional licenses. Don't face these charges without experienced defense counsel. Get in touch today to discuss your case and learn how strategic defense can protect your future.