Katy Kennedy published in Understanding DUI Scientific Evidence

Katy Kennedy published in Understanding DUI Scientific Evidence

Congratulations to Attorney Katy Kennedy of The McShane Firm who recently was published in the widely respected book Understanding DUI Scientific Evidence. She authored chapter 6 entitled “A Basic Overview of Headspace Gas Chromatography”. Gas Chromatography is the scientific method which is used in DUI blood testing.  To effectively defend DUI cases, an attorney must go…

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The Problem with DUI Drugs

DUI drugs refers to driving under the influence of illicit drugs as well as many common prescription medications.  The ironic part is, even if you have a valid prescription and are taking the recommended dosage, you can still be charged with a DUI drugs (DUID). (Read: DUI Arrests Purposely Targeting Innocent People) Because of the…

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If the forensic labs are not doing their jobs properly, we will show that in court.

External Quality Assurance Auditor for Pennsylvania Forensics Labs

Forensics, in the form of both blood and breath testing, is a big part of a DUI case.  This is why I have dedicated myself to the study of forensic science so I can offer the best defense for my clients.  You have to know the science to hold the scientists accountable. In my studies…

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If you still believe forensic blood tests are accurate then might as well check for monsters in you closets as well.

Crime Labs Positive. Retests Show Substance was not Present in the First Place!

Blood tests are often treated like the “holy grail” of DUI evidence.  Prosecutors see it as infallible and many inexperienced DUI attorneys fail to question the results because of its perceived accuracy.  I even once had a prosecutor say to me, in open court mind you, “It’s a blood test. How can you possibly challenge…

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Bad forensic science puts us all in danger of a false DUI conviction

The Disconnect Between Science and Crime Labs

Science is a very important part of criminal law, especially when it comes to DUI.  In many cases, the bulk of the evidence lies in blood and breath test reports.  To produce valid and accurate results, science has outlined specific methodologies and procedures that need to be followed and if these are violated, the results…

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DUI in Pennsylvania

Tougher Penalties for repeat Pennsylvania drunk drivers

A lot of politics surround the issue of DUI in PA. There are many powerful lobbies like MADD and the Pennsylvania DUI Association that are pushing for harsher penalties for DUI and have even proposed some legislation that, in essence, assumes that a suspect is guilty before they have had a chance in court. I…

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