Maryland DWI Lawyer - Jack Hyatt

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When you retain Jack I. Hyatt, you will get the very best defense from a former assistant states attorney who has prosecuted over 20,000 cases for the State of Maryland, understands both sides of the law and thoroughly knows the state's playbook and procedures.

"I selected Jack Hyatt because of his experience, knowledge and reputation. He thoroughly investigated my case, detected technical mistakes made during my arrest and had my DWI and all other charges completely dismissed at trial. If you are charged with DWI or any traffic charge, he is the lawyer you need to call." Robert E. Schade

"Thank you for your persistence on hard work. After a breath test of 1.5 resulting in 5 charges including DUI, DWI, failure to drive right of center and leaving the scene of an accident, I was totally surprised when you had all 5 charges dismissed at trial. The result was more than I expected or hoped for. I now understand why the first lawyer I called referred me to you." Dr. Ochi.

Credentials

JACK I. HYATT

Drunk Driving Attorney
Attorney Credentials:
   Former Assistant State's Attorney
Admitted To Practice Before:
   The U.S. Supreme Court
   All Maryland Courts
   Federal District Court
Member:
   Maryland State Bar Association
   Baltimore City Bar Association
   Baltimore County Bar Association
   University of Baltimore
   A.A. B.S. J.D.
   Honorable Discharge U.S. Army

Accuracy is questionable. Even when these tests are conducted under ideal circumstances by qualified law enforcement personnel, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has determined that the three standardized field sobriety tests

Pen Test (Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus) -- 77% likelihood that the BAC is › .10

Walk and Turn -- 68% likelihood that the BAC is › .10

One Leg Stand -- 65% likelihood that the BAC is › .10

As indicated by these results, the standardized field sobriety tests are not a highly reliable indicator of intoxication. Likewise, their results can often be successfully contested in court by a skilled attorney. Maryland case law holds that the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus, or (HGN) test may only be introduced to show presence of alcohol, but, despite their inaccuracy rates, the SFST’s may be used in court as observational evidence. Nonetheless, if the officer does not administer the tests to NHTSA standards, a skilled attorney can use that to impeach the officer’s credibility on cross examination.

Accuracy is questionable. There are many things that can cause false high or low readings in the breath tests. A skilled attorney can assist you in determining whether your reading is commensurate with what you had to drink, and advise you of any defenses you may have concerning a false reading.

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