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Are there defenses to drunk driving in Oregon?

Many Oregon residents understand the seriousness of drunk driving charges. When people are accused of drunk driving, they can face large fines, the loss of a drivers' license, jail time, employment issues and more. Avoiding these penalties is often crucial for people who have been accused of driving under the influence.

If people have been stopped for drunk driving in Portland, they may face many uncertainties and have many questions. Frequently, people may wonder -- are there defenses to drunk driving that can help Oregon residents avoid penalties for DUI?

While this blog post can only provide general information and not specific legal advice, there are defenses that can be used to avoid conviction on DUI charges in Oregon. Some of these defenses are more common than others and some may be more applicable in particular situations. People facing DUI charges should consult with an attorney to determine if any of these potential defenses apply.

First, there are defenses relating to the administration of blood alcohol content level tests. These include challenging the results of a urine, blood or breath test. If these tests were not properly administered and handled following administration, then their results may be challenged in court. Without accurate results, people may not face conviction.

Other defenses include that the person was involuntarily intoxicated. In these cases, people may not know that they have ingested intoxicating drugs or alcohol prior to driving. People may also raise defenses relating to driving under duress or necessity. A mistake by police officers about the identity of the driver, entrapment by police officers and improper traffic stops can also be raised as a defense to DUI charges in certain situations.

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