Recently, a motion was heard in Snohomish County District Court, South Division. Representing numerous defendants, including 6 of my own clients, was attorney Ted Vosk and Dr. Emory. These experts in their respective fields argued that the BAC results (in Snohomish County DUI cases) are not reliable because the toxicology office refuses to inform the public what the margin of error is with the BAC machine. However, Judge Goodwin declined the motion and ruled in favor of the prosecuting attorney. His ruling can be obtained by emailing my office – I will send you a copy.
Unfortunate and perhaps unfair (and perhaps even wrong), but despite the ruling the fact remains that the government (Toxicology Lab) is withholding information that it rightly should not. This Lab is the same Lab that lied about results and committed perjury not so long ago. Why are they withholding this information? Good question. But again, regardless of this result, the toxicology lab remains an organization void of trust. I ask you, why is it acceptable for a governmental agency that is funded by our tax dollars to withhold and hide information? Why is this behavior tolerated? Not every judge will side with this defense argument but it is expected that in the near future a strong judge will take a stand and do what is right. Until then, status quo.
For information on your Washington State DUI please contact our Snohomish County DUI attorneys, King County DUI attorneys, Island County DUI attorneys, or Skagit County DUI attorneys at 425-493-1115 or check out our website at http://www.washdui.com
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