If you are pulled over for a DUI in Chandler, what do you do? Although you should never drive while intoxicated, it might be that you didn’t realize at the time you got behind the wheel that the intoxicants you ingested could put you in jeopardy of a Chandler DUI arrest.
The first thing that happens when you are pulled over on suspicion of DUI is that you will be asked for your license and registration. By law you are required to have these documents with you when you are driving. The officer may go back to his vehicle to check the data contained in your driving record, or he may ask you a series of questions that pertain to your actions the last few hours. Although you are not required by law to answer any questions under the Fifth Amendment of the constitution, you may remain silent if you feel you will incriminate yourself. Even if the Chandler officer suggests you answer his questions you have no legal reason to do so. You can respectfully refuse. Remember, slurring can be used as evidence later in court so remaining silent may be a good choice.
Unless the officer asks you to step out of your car you should stay inside. If asked to provide field sobriety tests you may also refuse these as well. One test you may not refuse is the chemical blood alcohol content test. If you have a driver’s license you have already implied your consent. Your blood, breath and urine can be tested. This test can be performed at the Chandler Police Station.
You may be tempted to refuse to take the chemical test if you know you are impaired, however you will automatically lose your license for test refusal if you do so. Also, a positive test does not mean that you will be convicted, so try and talk to a DUI attorney first to find out what is the best course of action for your particular situation.
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