A recent South Florida Sun Sentinel article highlighted the complex challenges law enforcement faces when investigating fatal accidents, particularly regarding sobriety testing.
Our own experienced Palm Beach County criminal defense attorney who handles DUI cases, Matthew Konecky was featured in the article and provided key insights into how these investigations must balance public safety with constitutional rights.
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Understanding Your Rights in Accident Investigations
Under Florida Statute 316.1933, if you've been involved in a traffic accident in Florida, law enforcement must have probable cause before conducting certain tests. As Attorney Konecky explained in the article, even in serious accidents, your constitutional rights remain protected.
"If you're driving legally through a green light and someone stops, steps off the sidewalk and right in front of your car, and you kill them, you didn't do anything wrong," Matthew Konecky noted, emphasizing that simply being involved in an accident doesn't automatically justify invasive testing procedures.
How Police Build Probable Cause
In our discussion with the Sun Sentinel, we explained how probable cause works using an analogy we often share with our clients: "It's like adding a marble to a scale. Every piece brings down that scale. The more you have, the more indicators, the more likely it is this person is under the influence."
At our firm, we see this play out regularly in cases we handle. Each situation is unique, and we fight to ensure that law enforcement respects the proper legal standards before conducting invasive tests or making arrests.
The Importance of Experienced Legal Representation
Over the years, our office has successfully defended numerous cases where proper procedures weren't followed. One case we discussed in the article involved a client who fell asleep at a red light. Despite attempts by police to conduct both roadside sobriety and breath tests, we were able to demonstrate that there wasn't sufficient evidence to support the charges.
Were You Recently Involved in a Traffic Incident?
If you're facing legal issues related to a traffic incident in Palm Beach or Broward Counties, you need experienced legal representation to protect your rights. The Law Office of Matthew Konecky has been successfully defending clients in Florida for over 20 years.
We understand the stress and uncertainty you may be feeling, and we're here to help guide you through the legal process. Our extensive experience in traffic and DUI cases means we know how to build effective defenses while protecting your constitutional rights.
Consult With Our Palm Beach Gardens DUI Attorney
Don't face these challenges alone. Contact us today for a consultation to discuss your case. We can help you understand your rights and develop a strategy to protect them.
Contact our firm for a free legal consultation, 24/7 online or by phone. We are committed to guiding you through the complex legal process, offering personalized, compassionate legal representation every step of the way. Click the button above or give us a call at (561) 671-5995 today!
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