CASE-IN-CHIEF

The case-in-chief portion of the trial involves the party with the burden of proof, in a DUI trial the prosecution, presenting their case.

The defense has the option of presenting their case in this manner as well when the prosecution rests. However, the defense will often choose to prove their case by objection to evidence and cross-examination.

During this portion of the trial all the evidence is set forth in an attempt to persuade the jury to believe their side of the story. The evidence can be physical, or in the form of witness testimony.

A range of physical evidence can be presented in a DUI trial, from BAC readings to video. Most importantly a good Seattle DUI attorney will call many people to the stand, particularly experts, to cast some doubt on the evidence set forth by the prosecution.

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