Criminal convictions, even tickets, might help injured claimants establish liability in civil cases. However, they are not necessary to hold drunk drivers liable for personal injuries in Seattle. DUI convictions require evidence of inebriation beyond a reasonable doubt. Defense attorneys sometimes convince courts to throw out delayed blood test results or otherwise suppress Breathalyzer evidence. These decisions have little to no bearing on personal injury liability in civil court, and some evidence suppressed in criminal proceedings might be admitted during a civil trial. Civil evidentiary rules and burdens differ from criminal standards.