[lightman]

Sometimes the delay is awaiting BAC results from a state-certified lab.

Sometimes the delay is a game of cat and mouse, of letting the offender think “I got away with this” only to pounce at the last hour.

Sometimes a little of both.

[mad_as_he$$]

From a lawyer that does DUI work in the area: What are my chances of having my DUI charges reduced or dropped in Napa County? The Napa County District Attorney's office is known for aggressively prosecuting DUI offenders, even if you were driving below the legal limit of .08 BAC. Many locals and tourists who were out for a day of casual wine-tasting are picked up at DUI checkpoints even though they are not over the legal limit. To successfully fight these charges, you need an attorney who understands how the local court system works, has strong negotiating skills, and a successful track record bringing cases to trial. What are the best legal defenses to avoid a drunk driving conviction in Napa County? There are several potential defense strategies that can be used to get your DUI charges reduced or dismissed. These include: Constitutional challenges to the enforcement stop or arrest (e.g., lack of probable cause, failure to Mirandize, etc.). Misleading statements by the arresting officer. Taking a blood sample without a search warrant or lawful consent. Unreliable breathalyzer test. Unreliable field sobriety test. Failure to continuously observe the driver for 15 minutes before the breath test. Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was on the rise at the time you were pulled over for DUI. https://www.napadui.com/dui-faqs-napa-valley