Lynnwood DUI Attorney

Defending You from DUI Charges in Lynnwood

If you have been arrested for DUI in Lynnwood or anywhere else in Washington State you have already been through a lot. You have probably been questioned, taken out of your car, asked to do embarrassing and unfair field sobriety tests, arrested and put in handcuffs, asked to take a breath test, and, in most cases, had your car impounded and a hole punched in your license. You may have even been booked into jail if the officer was having a bad night. Now that the ordeal of the arrest is over, you are faced with having to go to court and face the prosecutor and the judge.

You are faced with dealing with the Department of Licensing and the loss of your right to drive. You are faced with high fines, alcohol treatment, and years of high insurance costs. Worst of all, you are faced with a mandatory jail sentence if you are convicted of what the officer is accusing you of. And the court always believes the officer, right? I don't blame you if it seems hopeless at the moment and that the deck is stacked against you. I prosecuted DUIs for seven years myself and am fully aware of how the court and the prosecutor will look at your case. Still, it is not hopeless, and no, the court does not always believe the officer.

Hi, my name is Lance Fryrear. I am a former prosecutor that is available to help you. As an experienced Lynnwood DUI attorney, I have the know-how to challenge your arrest, challenge your breath test, challenge your license suspension, and hopefully keep you out of jail. I have been successfully defending my clients on DUI charges for over a decade and I have seven years of experience as a former prosecutor to boot. Believe me, it is not hopeless. There is plenty we can do to help your case and try to keep a DUI conviction off of your record so you can avoid the many penalties this brings. I'll cover a lot of the process and options in other parts of this web site. Still, the most important thing you can do right now to help your case is to give me a call. We need to talk about your case as soon as possible. To give me the best chance of helping you we need to go over what happened during your arrest while it is fresh in your memory.

Challenging Drunk Driving Charges

Though you may have been arrested, may have failed a breath test or may have been told that you failed field sobriety testing, this does not mean that you are guilty of DUI. It only means that you are facing criminal charges for this offense. You still have the right to legal counsel, and choosing to take immediate advantage of this right may make all the difference in the outcome of your case. In my experience, I have seen even the most seemingly helpless cases turn around based off key evidence discovered by the defense attorney. I can challenge the breath test, questioning its validity to seek to have its results suppressed. I can effectively cross-examine the arresting officer to show that there are holes in his or her testimony regarding your performance on field sobriety tests or your behavior in general. I will use every weapon in my extensive arsenal to help you avoid a conviction.

Challenging the Breath Test
One of the most utilized chemical tests in a DUI arrest is that of the breath test. This allows for a police officer to take a sample of the defendant's breath – using something known as a breathalyzer to determine how much alcohol is in their system. While this is a seemingly reliable method of testing, it has been proven over the years that this is not foolproof. In fact, there are many different things that can ultimately cause a breath test to give a false reading. Not properly calibrating the machine, not giving the test in the right time period following drinking or not being properly trained to administer the test are all reasons as to why a breath test result can be thrown out as evidence. Want to know more about how we can challenge this type of evidence? Click here to learn more about challenging the breath test.

After a Lynnwood DUI Arrest - What You Can Do

When you contact my offices after your DUI arrest, I can begin offering you guidance based upon my experience as an attorney. This may go a long way in helping you make decisions that are most beneficial to the swift, advantageous resolution of your case - even in the face of an allegedly failed breath test or field sobriety tests that may make fighting DUI charges seem helpless. Among the many things we need to discuss are: what the officer claims you did to cause you to be pulled over, how the officer instructed the field sobriety tests, how the officer administered the portable breath test and the test at the station, what the weather and lighting conditions were like, what physical and other ailments you may have that could make it hard for you to do field sobriety tests, what you had to drink and eat before being stopped, what you need to do to request a licensing hearing (you only have a limited time), and what you can do immediately to help your case. Most importantly I can tell you what to really expect in your case, and in court, and hopefully put your mind at ease. Everything is going to be okay. With the right help, a DUI charge does not have to ruin your life or your livelihood.

If facing a DUI in Lynnwood, contact me at the Law Office of Lance R. Fryrear. As a dedicated and aggressive DUI defense lawyer, I know exactly what tactics to use. I can help if you are facing charges related to multiple DUI offenses, driving under the influence of drugs, underage DUI, felony DUI, negligent driving in the first degree and physical control while under the influence. No matter the nature of your charges, I can thoroughly investigate the matter to determine the best approach. You have certain rights even before you are pulled over by a police officer. An officer failing to follow exact procedure when stopping you, arresting you, or testing you for drunk driving can open the door to possible defenses that can be used on your behalf. With my experience, I know exactly what to look for and use it to your advantage. Visit my DUI Overview page for a general look at the DUI process and for answers to common questions visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Experienced Lynwood DUI Defense Lawyer

Challenging drunk driving charges is no easy feat. In fact, it takes a great deal of skill and defensive reasoning to be able to attend to cases of DUI in Lynwood, and throughout the state of Washington for that matter. With that said, it is no wonder that choosing the right legal representation for your case could dramatically alter the outcome of your charges. Only with the skillful know-how of a defense attorney who knows what it takes to successfully persuade the judge and jury attending to your case, will you stand a chance ofescaping conviction and legal penalties. Therefore, choosing to work with a former prosecutor could be your best bet to a successful case outcome. Having a legal defender on your side on whom you can rely for dedicated defense and an insider's look into the inner workings of prosecution will give you a one-up as you tackle the charges against you.

I know you are likely very concerned about the situation you are in. It can be terrifying to be arrested and stressful to think you may have to go to jail and lose your license. With my help, you have a fighting chance to get your charges reduced or dismissed. I work hard for all of my clients and will do the same for you. Listen, any criminal charge is a serious matter. You need the best help you can get. There is no obligation when you call, so call now to get the help you need.

Don't face your DUI charges alone. Contact a Lynnwood DUI attorney today.