Inaccurate DUI Breathalyzer Georgia

Each year, Georgia law enforcement officers administer countless breathalyzers to individuals whom they suspect are driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI). Although the results of these tests are often used to substantiate this suspicion, they are far from perfect when it comes to accurately calculating a person's blood alcohol content (BAC). In fact, many of the arrests made are due to inaccurate DUI breathalyzer results in Georgia. As a result, it is important to obtain legal representation immediately if you are arrested for drunk driving after failing a breath test.

Federal law prohibits operating a vehicle with a BAC of 0.08% or higher. This means you can be charged with DUI simply for having an illegal amount of alcohol in your system—even if you show no signs of impairment. With such strict guidelines, is more important than ever for your breathalyzer to deliver accurate results. However, due to the flaws associated with Georgia’s breath testing device, this does not always happen.

While the words “breathalyzer” and “breath test” are often used interchangeably, a breathalyzer is actually the name of the device used to administer breath tests. Like any other product, there are several different types of these devices on the market—and the breathalyzer is just one of them. Each state has its own laws specifying which model officers are permitted to use in the field, and in the state of Georgia, all breath tests must be administered on the Intoxilyzer 5000.

Unfortunately, the Intoxilyzer 5000 is one of the most flawed breath testing devices out there. It is known to have mechanical problems, as well as unreliable source code (the data used for BAC calculations). Due to these concerns, many states have stopped using the device altogether. Nevertheless, Georgia officers continue to administer breath tests on the Intoxilyzer 5000.

To find out whether your breathalyzer results can be called into question, contact the Law Offices of Head, Thomas, Webb, and Willis today. After representing thousands of drivers just like you, our attorneys are all-too familiar with the Intoxilyzer 500’s flaws—and we can put that experience to work for your defense. All of our attorneys have undergone extensive training on the science of breath testing, so we know exactly what areas can be challenged when it comes to the Georgia breathalyzer.

For a free, no-obligation consultation on your case, give us a call today and put one of the most successful DUI defense firms in the state to work for you.

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