DUI Laws

The First Thing You Should Say if You’re Pulled Over for a DUI

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Man sitting in the driver’s seat during a traffic stop while a police officer stands outside the car

Being pulled over by police can feel intimidating, especially when an officer suspects driving under the influence. A routine traffic stop can quickly turn into roadside questioning, sobriety tests, and possibly an arrest. Words spoken during those first moments often play an important role in how the situation unfolds. Many drivers feel pressure to explain … Read more

If You Refuse to Take a Blood Alcohol Test, Which Law Are You Violating?

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Refuse to Take a Blood Alcohol Test

After an arrest for driving under the influence, refusing a blood alcohol test triggers the implied consent law. Every state conditions the privilege of driving on an advance agreement to chemical testing. When a driver declines a blood test, the refusal can lead to automatic license suspension through an administrative revocation process that runs separately … Read more