Have you been accused of a crime?

We’re a family firm that’s been defending your rights for more than 50 years — and we can help you, too.

Have you been stopped or arrested?

We protect and defend your rights aggressively and challenge the evidence — and we can help you, too.

Have you been accused of a crime?
We’re a family firm that’s been defending your rights for more than 50 years — and we can help you, too.
We’re a family firm that’s been defending your rights for more than 50 years — and we can help you, too.

Were Your DUI Field Sobriety Tests Properly Administered?

A lot can be happening while a field sobriety test is being administered — rain, wind gusts, uneven surfaces, flashing police lights and cars driving by. It is hardly an environment for passing any kind of test.

In his 25 years as a district attorney and criminal defense lawyer, Francis M. Doran, Jr., has found that these tests are almost never given in a way that is consistent with design of the test. His experience is vast and includes handling all types of DUI/OUI/DWI matters, including Melanie’s Law implications, repeat offender status, ignition interlock devices and hardship licenses.

DISCUSS YOUR DEFENSES IN A FREE CONSULTATION
The law firm of Doran & Doran, P.C. has successfully challenged DUI arrests based on the way field sobriety tests were conducted. We will explore all possible defenses to get your charges dismissed or to defend you at trial. Call today at 508-653-1761.

Was The Test Administered Properly?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has set forth standards that police officers use, as well as designating the tools to be utilized, including Breathalyzers and field sobriety tests. Tests such as walk and turn or lifting one leg off the ground sound innocuous. But they must be administered on a clean, flat, dry surface. Otherwise, it is hard to determine whether or not these tests mean anything about operating a vehicle safely.

In many cases, the police officers were not trained properly about how to administer the tests. Furthermore, a person over the age of 65 is oftentimes an inappropriate candidate for this kind of testing. Can a police officer really determine if blood alcohol levels have anything to do with being able to hold your foot off ground or walk an imaginary tightrope?

Medical evidence has to be secured using proper evidentiary procedures. Building a strong DUI defense starts with determining whether or not you really were under the influence.

It’s Time To Call A Lawyer

If you refused a field sobriety test or if you believe the circumstances made it impossible to “pass” your field sobriety test, contact Doran & Doran, P.C. today. We serve Framingham, Natick, Wellesley, Marlborough and the MetroWest communities in Massachusetts. Cal  Frank Doran at 508-653-1761 or contact us online. There is no charge for the first meeting.

“As your lawyer, I will give you the same service my law firm was founded upon 50 years ago.” - Attorney Frank Doran

Attorney Frank Doran