Being flagged down by the police on suspicion of drunk driving is
always a possibility. As the precept of ‘innocent until proven guilty’
prevails, you need to have your wits about you if the authorities try to
book you. Here are some tips to keep in mind in case a dreaded DUI arrest comes knocking.
Guarded Answers
Though
it may be an infuriating experience to get pulled aside for suspicions
of DUI, don’t let your nerves affect your answers. Remain polite and
respectful to the police officer, but don’t talk too much.
Sobriety Testing
At
some point, the officer may ask you to step out of your car and perform
some field sobriety exercises, yet the question of whether to perform
them or not is a difficult one to answer. Undoubtedly, it gives the
officer and the prosecutor very little evidence to convict you of drunk
driving. On the other hand, the prosecutor might take this refusal as an
admission and evidence to your guilt.
Blood, Breath, and Urine Tests
Once you refuse taking field sobriety exercises, it’s highly likely
that you will be arrested and brought to a police station, wherein
you’re expected to undergo another set of exercises. You still have the
right to refuse performing these exercises, but remember that, under
Florida’s “implied consent” law, you’ve given your consent to perform
these tests after getting arrested. Otherwise, you’re facing 12 to 18
months license suspension.
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