Defense Strategy Leads to Victory in Complex OUI and Firearms Case

Matthew Peterson’s defense strategy focused on challenging the evidence presented by the prosecution. By meticulously analyzing police reports, witness statements, and the circumstances surrounding the incident, Peterson was able to create reasonable doubt regarding his client’s level of intoxication and the circumstances under which the firearm was possessed. This approach included emphasizing procedural errors made during the arrest and questioning the reliability of field sobriety tests administered by law enforcement. We identified that our client had suffered a significant head injury, which could explain many of the symptoms officers initially attributed to intoxication, including:

• Unsteady movement
• Apparent confusion
• Physical manifestations that might mimic intoxication

During the trial, our defense team:

• Meticulously cross-examined the responding officers
• Highlighted crucial gaps in the investigation
• Emphasized the absence of field sobriety tests
• Noted the failure to obtain relevant medical records
• Presented alternative explanations for our client’s condition