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Being accused of misconduct while having a seizure.

Sun, 03/21/2004 - 09:30

Topic: Family & Friends

I recently had a seizure while driving. I had not had one while awake for 3 years before this. I felt it coming and then woke up in the back of a police car. I am still fighting this. My lawyer asked me if I felt it why didn't I get out of the car? For me I feel it and within seconds I have the seizure. Does this happen to anyone else?? Because I can't prove that I had a seizure, My doctor did write a letter but was not admitted, I am going to be found guilty of driving intoxicated. The test came out zero. The officer questioned me while in the post ictal state and Supposedly I said yes. I don't recall any of the coversation. Does this sound fair? Would anyone else fight it? Take the easy way out? I am under so much stress due to this that I had seuizures for 7 days straight. It took another week before I could taste food or talk properly. I'm posting this here because I am sure at least one person can understand the frustration. Please respond if possible. I don't want to admit tro something I didn't do. I swear that there is a difference between being careless and having a seizure. Thank you

Comments

RE: Being accused of misconduct while having a seizure.

Submitted by momof1 on Sun, 2004-03-21 - 09:30

Here is a little update for anyone who may be interested. I have found a new lawyer, through the epilepsy foundation in our city, and he is great. He has given me hope. I can't say 100%, but chances are I will not be convicted. In case no-one can recall what I am talking about I had a seizure while driving Was charged with DUI, Driving carelessly and disorderly conduct. My first lawyer said I had no chance, even with my medical evidence. He does not understand epilepsy and treated me like a criminal. Thanks to all who replied the support helps. As well as knowing that this has happened to others. Stacey

RE: Being accused of misconduct while having a seizure.

Submitted by welovejane on Mon, 2005-03-28 - 15:33

My husband has partial complex seizures and secondary generalized seizures. No one who wasn't a medical professional used to seizures would look at him and think "seizure" - they would think inappropriate behavior. I know, I have seen them. If you are at risk, get a lawyer used to medical conditions....not one who asks why you cannot control yourself during a seizure.

Susan

RE: Being accused of misconduct while having a seizure.

Submitted by angel_lts on Tue, 2005-03-29 - 09:24

I would not say you are guilty, I would fight it. Get an EEG or MRI for proof. ALso when you have seizures and it is seconds to respond, you cant really stop, you are worried that you are having a seizure and you are just not thinking clearly on what to do. What kind of meds do you take for epilepsy, this could be an important factor too?http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/EpilepsyApproach/Lisa

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