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Strategies for Prosecuting DWI Cases: Leading Prosecutors Discuss the Importance of Training, Developing a Strategy, and Negotiating the Charges
Though alcohol remains the drug of choice wreaking havoc on the nation s roadways, law enforcement officials and prosecutors have observed a growing problem that features prescription drugs and synthetic substances as part of a new and troubling trend. Improved investigative methods, enhanced law enforcement training, and developing scientific techniques have yielded positive results in curbing drunk and drugged driving, but the thought leaders in Strategies for Prosecuting DWI Cases stress that even greater scrutiny is required. Through the NHTSA-sponsored Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement program (ARIDE) and improved funding for states' Drug Recognition Expert programs, law enforcement agencies are encouraging more officers to become specialists in detecting impaired drivers. Detection, however, is only the start of the process. Successfully prosecuting DUI cases requires careful attention to both traditional, and some not-so-traditional, skill sets. DWI-DUI prosecutors must cultivate and hone their litigation tools, including the following practice
Develop a sound relationship with your DUI officers. Consider introducing yourself by way of a ride-along with an accomplished DUI officer or providing training to law enforcement.
Know your case, including its strengths and weaknesses. Talk to all witnesses, officers, breath test operators, lab analysts, and anyone else involved in the case.
Be straight with the defense; let them know what evidence exists on both sides of the case, and be prepared to make, and consider, a settlement offer.
Develop a resource network of experienced DUI prosecutors and your state TSRP. Many of the issues that you address have already been tried elsewhere. Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business and legal intelligence from leading C-Level executives and lawyers. Each chapter offers thought leadership and expert analysis on an industry, profession, or topic, providing a future-oriented perspective and proven strategies for success. Each author has been selected based on their experience and C-Level standing within the business and legal communities. Chapters
1. Garett M. Berman, Florida Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor Program - "Florida DUI What all DUI Prosecutors Need to Know"
2. Moses Garcia, Municipal Research Services Center - "Becoming an Expert DUI Key Skills and Considerations"
3. Tara M. Jenswold, Wisconsin Department of Justice - "Practical Practice Tips for DUI Prosecutors"
4. Jennifer R. Knudsen, Colorado District Attorneys' Council - "Prosecuting Impaired Back to the Basics"
5. Bill Lindsey, Alabama Office of Prosecution Services - "DUI Above and Beyond the Courtroom"
6. Joseph A. McCormack, State of New York - "Addressing Expert Witnesses When Prosecuting DUI Cases" Appendices
Appendix Arresting Officer in Refusal of Breath Test Case
Appendix Cannabis Impairment Assessment
Appendix Impairment Silhouette Template
Appendix LOVIDS Sample Template
Appendix Marijuana and Driving
Develop a sound relationship with your DUI officers. Consider introducing yourself by way of a ride-along with an accomplished DUI officer or providing training to law enforcement.
Know your case, including its strengths and weaknesses. Talk to all witnesses, officers, breath test operators, lab analysts, and anyone else involved in the case.
Be straight with the defense; let them know what evidence exists on both sides of the case, and be prepared to make, and consider, a settlement offer.
Develop a resource network of experienced DUI prosecutors and your state TSRP. Many of the issues that you address have already been tried elsewhere. Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business and legal intelligence from leading C-Level executives and lawyers. Each chapter offers thought leadership and expert analysis on an industry, profession, or topic, providing a future-oriented perspective and proven strategies for success. Each author has been selected based on their experience and C-Level standing within the business and legal communities. Chapters
1. Garett M. Berman, Florida Traffic Safety Resource Prosecutor Program - "Florida DUI What all DUI Prosecutors Need to Know"
2. Moses Garcia, Municipal Research Services Center - "Becoming an Expert DUI Key Skills and Considerations"
3. Tara M. Jenswold, Wisconsin Department of Justice - "Practical Practice Tips for DUI Prosecutors"
4. Jennifer R. Knudsen, Colorado District Attorneys' Council - "Prosecuting Impaired Back to the Basics"
5. Bill Lindsey, Alabama Office of Prosecution Services - "DUI Above and Beyond the Courtroom"
6. Joseph A. McCormack, State of New York - "Addressing Expert Witnesses When Prosecuting DUI Cases" Appendices
Appendix Arresting Officer in Refusal of Breath Test Case
Appendix Cannabis Impairment Assessment
Appendix Impairment Silhouette Template
Appendix LOVIDS Sample Template
Appendix Marijuana and Driving
204 pages, Paperback
Published July 5, 2016
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