If I've Been Drinking, What do I do if I get pulled over?

As a DUI defense lawyer, I get asked that question more than any other question. Over the past 15 years I have tried to verdict literally hundreds of drunk driving defense cases. And that question, when people find out what I do for the a living that is the question that I am most often asked, whether it be in a social setting or at the soccer field or at the hockey rink, people wanna know "If I've been drinking, what do I do if I get pulled over." And I think the only way for me to fairly and accurately describe what I think you should do is tell you what I would do if I were in that position.

[@mibatten]

ask the officer to hold your beer ... and run ...

[@malcolmt7883]

He said he was going to come back!

[@JamesG1126]

Never admit you had any alcohol. Every drunk says they've had 2 beers.

[@jacoboneil8109]

I urge everyone reading this to read the comments below. They are hilarious. Probably 90% of the comments were written by people who were drunk while writing them, and it's obvious.

[@I_need_an_oil_change]

Mirror ?

[@skoalmen143]

Dont drink and drive. Period.

[@joecook5689]

Good point. Don't risk.

[@777Skeptic]

This video obviously assumes you have been drinking.

[@joshriver75]

@@777Skeptic well duh?

[@777Skeptic]

@@joshriver75 Well, you and I both understood that. I don't think OP understood that.

[@joshriver75]

@@777Skeptic My apologies for that. I certainly was agreeing with you. I conveyed my comment as if I was saying it to you in person about the original comment missing the fact context could be lost. Sorry for that.

[@paulsummers2640]

Never take a test that you know you cannot pass.

[@Dana__black]

That’s why I have avoided a STD exam my whole life 🫡

[@jimsix9929]

good advice

[@yamahaxs6501]

I have gone down the rabbit hole of attorneys on youtube pertaining to protecting your rights....and I have learned so much that I never knew. The legal system is in place to protect you, BUT it will only protect you if you educate yourself. Otherwise, you will get eaten alive, no matter how smart you think you are. Educate yourself!

[@B-RaDD]

So 10yrs ago I didn't know I would end up watching this video ..... And yet here I am

[@JS-qx9de]

Punch the gas and have a dukes of hazard style getaway I take a knee to NO one

[@malcolmt7883]

You'll end uphaving to play the Boar's Nest for free.

[@Dan-sq4im]

Eh crack open another and say cheers.

[@MrHandyman1954]

Refuse field sobriety and breathalizer tests. You will lose driving prielegs for awhile, but not have to go to state pen. Your lawyers may be able to raise resonable doubt with at least ONE juror. That's all that is needed. BE POLITE AT ALL TIMES , but do not answer any questions except your name and address.

[@user-gk3lu1gg9t]

I'm so glad I don't drink anymore lol

[@trunkerdixon]

or any less.

[@brianreardon7700]

How about just not drinking lol

[@marksymbala3454]

Drink water

[@looch1ner500]

na.

[@jerryjerry9848]

That's not good enough anymore.! You don't get that !?

[@wholeNwon]

Officer, attorneys generally advise, that under circumstances like these, one should exercise his Constitutional right to remain silent. I am so doing. I want my attorney to be present during any questioning or testing.

[@mikehunt5415]

@@andersp7020 no FUCK YOU!

[@jarateman6427]

@@mikehunt5415 No FUCK YOU!

[@StevenStGelais]

@Old Iron KZbin law degree I feel that though. KZbin is pretty fuckin legit you can get a degree in anything

[@StevenStGelais]

@Old Iron KZbin is actually the real reason why some kids don't go to college in my area

[@joemunch58]

It seems to me that telling an officer what your attorney advised you would constitute a waiver of the attorney-client privilege. Now you can be compelled to tell all.

[@fromthepeanutgallery1084]

My friend had a .12 was slammed. A female cop pulled him over. My friend is very good looking and the she was bowled over by his looks. He got off the ticket, landed up having a good time. Started dating, later got married, been together for 10 years. He never drinked and drived after that again.

[@maxmaxwell8200]

Thank you Atty Bowser. I live in Tyngsboro, MA and I am 1 mile from the New Hampshire border. So I appreciate you covering the laws in both states. I now have your phone number but I hope that I never need to call you.

[@jeffbogue5022]

I heard one about an off duty cop that got pulled over by a state cop the off duty cop grabbed his heart said he was having chest pains they call for ambulance the state cop told the off duty cop they were going to check his blood at hospital to see if hed been drinking when the ambulance got to the hospital the off duty cop said I'm ok and took off obviously to sober up I never found out what happened after that

[@vanessadotson8067]

Well then why would you tell the story in the first place.....just kidding me friend ✌🏿

[@maggiemmoore]

Someone I know did that. The officer accompanied him to the hospital. Never left his side for a second. He was checked out and no health issue was found. He refused the blood test and was taken to jail.

[@chipblock2854]

Well not sure if it would work or not. You have the same last name as my mother's maiden name and my middle name.

[@chuckphilpott7891]

I heard they saw a Bigfoot ‼️

[@williewonka6694]

@@chuckphilpott7891 They did, they did see bigfoot!

[@gailmargret23]

The whole thing is B.S. one drink and you can be over the limit. They know people go to restaurants and have a drink or two. Nobody can always have a designated driver. Being a DD sucks beyond belief too. Nobody can afford to add $100 taxi ride to their cost of dinner. Plus another $100 taxi in the morning to go back and get your car. A $55 meal at Applebee's becomes $255. The whole thing is so stupid. The legal limit should be raised. Nobody is killing anyone after 2 beers.

[@BradleyJuby]

If you're too poor to go out, you're too poor for a DUI. No excuse. Don't drink and drive.

[@jeffro221]

Nobody is over .08 after 2 beers unless they weigh 15 lbs.

[@stephanx2384]

I'm drunk as we speak. Since the pandemic I mostly drink at home. My only concern is my wife finding my stack.

[@mr.crighton9491]

one note for those of us living in Oregon: if you refuse to take a breathalyzer test, IMMEDIATELY, you're going down to the station, they pull your blood for a test, and you automatically lose your license for 6 months. This is what WILL happen if you refuse the breathalyzer test. Whether it's your 1st or 31st dui.

[@chuckphilpott7891]

Wake up in the ER with 150 stitches from your wrist to your arm pit. Yet I was in the back seat. Best option. Don’t drink and drive or ride.

[@TH3DANKs]

I'm just gonna have a few cocktails and watch this from home. I will advise my attorney that he will not be needed at this time. Simplicity at its purest form.

[@davidwhitcher1708]

You take your lumps and get help for your drinking problem.

[@hyzercreek]

I had a rookie cop tell me he smelled alcohol. I said no you don't. I had zero drinks all week. Then he said more forcefully he smelled alcohol and I said "NO YOU DONT. I don't drink and I didn't even use Listerine today so there is no way you smell alcohol. I demand you give me a breathalyzer test right now!" He let me go.

[@kurtwetzel154]

My advice don’t drive if you have been drinking alcohol if you know you had too much. A little bit and you can drive that is fine. Pay for a Uber, Lyft, or Taxi.

[@maggiemmoore]

A little bit causes officers to swear they smell alcohol. If one refuses breathalyzer, which can be inaccurate, it will be jail for the night. One beer can land you in jail. It can even get you a year in jail if you get the wrong judge.

[@kurtwetzel154]

@@maggiemmoore My point was to use your best judgement. One to 2 beers over 5 hours I don't see how you can't drive home. But if you know there is DUI checkpoint or bad cops then don't take that chance. Your far better off paying for a ride to and from then a possible DUI.

[@FtanmoOfEtheirys]

No, any amount = don't drive. I once owned a brand new car and was pulled over and the cop says "i smell weed." - i thought it was hilarious actually, my car was brand new, only 2 miles on it and I didn't use Marijuana at the time since it was illegal in my state.

[@DB-rr1eo]

What he didn't explain is that you cannot be found guilty of drunk driving if you do what he explained. Though you will lose your license for a while in some states for not doing the tests. When you get your license back your insurance will not go up. You have not been found guilty of drunk driving. If you are found guilty you will lose your license and when you get it back your insurance will be raised for years to come.

[@DaveStarks-ku2jd]

Great comment

[@thebestcdub3041]

What if the police officer says you were slurring words and smelled of alcohol is that not enough evidence to convict even if the jury is dumb?

[@colinodonnell3935]

@@thebestcdub3041one word answers shouldn’t slur and smell won’t hold up in court I could’ve taken a shower in beer and whiskey for all they know

[@armageddon357]

But, the best protection against having to suffer the consequences of a DWI conviction is....don't drink and drive. Great legal advice though. Though I support our police officers 100%, never, never, never talk to the police. They are not there questioning you because they like you, care about you, or want to give you a break. Also realize, it is absolutely legal for the police to lie to you. So all of that "Just be honest with me and I can work with you". Yeah, "working with you" will add up to you in hand restraints in the back of a patrol car. Look up the video "Shut the f*ck up lawyers", and they will tell you everything you need to say to law enforcement when they begin questioning you. lol.

[@jdbaker82]

Dude is telling you to lose your license for 180 days by not taking test once back at the station. This will depend on how many drinks you have had, if it's less than 5 in the past 2-3 hours I would take my chances and take it after stalling as long as I could back at the station.

[@ananda_miaoyin]

I agree with your statement but I think his advice is valid if you know you are going to blow hot. With a DUI conviction, you will lose your license for at least that long and have a record of being a drunk piece of shit follow you around forever.

[@thestumblingchef3146]

It depends on a few things. How much you weigh and what kind of drinks you’ve had. 5 IPAs are going to hit you harder than 5 light beers because they have a higher abv. 5 cocktails will most likely be higher than 5 shots or beers because most cocktail bars serve 1.5-2 oz of 80 proof liquor per drink, and that’s assuming the bartender isn’t over pouring, which most do. The best thing to do is plan ahead and take an Uber or other form of transportation if you plan on drinking. The cost is way less than getting arrested

[@I_need_an_oil_change]

Great advice

[@patrickkealy4387]

If you roll the dice do this. Roll down your window, put your hands on the sterring wheel at the ten and two position, provide the officer your D.L. registration and insurance card, do not answer any of his questions, if asked to step out of the car do so, no not take a breath test on the side of the road, refuse to take any coordination test. You will be taken to the police station and there you must submit to test. ALWAYS request a blood test and most likely there will not be a blood taking specialist there and they will have to send for one before drawing your blood. In the meantime go to the toilet pee and drink a lotof water.

[@TUMARK2]

Here in California, driving my high school son and friends home from a concert. Got stopped asked if I had been drinking. Answered truthfully, "coffee"

[@RickUzubell]

Thank you! More people need to hear this message

[@fleetwin1]

OK, so your license can be suspended just for refusing the chemical testing... So, what is the benefit of refusing? Is the benefit that a lawyer might get you off on some technical issue? And if that doesn't work, what happens? Perhaps your insurance won't go up because you were not actually convicted? I'm guessing most insurance companies will raise your rates just because you refused testing, unless the charges are somehow dropped. Trust me, I'm not trying to be a wise guy, just trying to understand how all these refusals might play out.

[@luvdady]

Get out your wallet. And pray.

[@CheckThisOut77]

Just DO NOT drink and drive.

[@limsalalafells]

I know almost everything is against you. If you refuse the test there are punishments defined in some states. Aside from refusing can you request the test from your primary care physician? Or to take the test at a time of your choosing? Say 6h later, the next day etc? In Oregon I don't see any requirement of a time frame on when the test is performed or any requirement that you consent to have the police or government administer the test. As a medical procedure I believe I have certain rights to privacy.

[@savethewolves5628]

If you have been drinking, DO NOT DRIVE !

[@kenfriedland4603]

These should have been the first words out of this attorney's mouth.

[@isaakjones7241]

interesting

[@georgesouthwick7000]

Absolutely correct. If you choose to drink and drive,, the question not if you will get caught, but when.

[@thenewworldphilosophers1817]

Hb stop charging people for DUI,s

[@charles-y2z6c]

@@kenfriedland4603 Because the reason for the video is what to do when you have been drinking.

[@WHISKEY3XRAY]

Anyone who represents himself represents a fool. That's why you make sure to take your defense attorney out to go drinking with you, and be his ride. At worst you'll get a suspended license, and that's a heck of a lot better than a DUI

[@mirzakhan8821]

Not me not drinking 😂

[@michaeladvs224]

Ive been accused by police at a dui checkpoint of drinking and driving and the cop said "the smell of alchohal is pouring out of this car" and asked me to do a field sobriety test, i said absolutely not , then was detained for about 45 minutes and asked multiple times and phrased it multiple ways if im free to go...waiting for a "certified" officer to show up to do a breathalyzer, i blew .00 three to five times in their breathalyzer, then their tones changed real quick, calling me sir, apologizing for the misunderstanding.

[@drott150]

People always say *_"Don't drink and drive!"_* And I say *_"How in the hell am I supposed to get my car home asshole!?"_* - Sam Kinison

[@jimebeling1903]

Walk, you lazy bastard!! Will it be ok if some drunk asshole kills yer wife or child while driving drunk??

[@drott150]

@@jimebeling1903 Hey dummy! It's a joke. 🤣

[@jimebeling1903]

@@drott150 so, dummy, how many loved ones have YOU lost?? ASSHOLE

[@drott150]

@@jimebeling1903 Never lost any of them to a joke. D-d-d-dummy. 🤣😂🤣

[@richardorr3970]

Take the chemical test. Refusal almost certainly will bring about a suspension of your license. If you didn’t take the test, you can’t challenge the calibration or the method of application. All you can do is wait for the Court to decide how long your license should be suspended. I am also a lawyer and I would advise you NOT to do the field tests but DO take a Breathalyzer test.

[@justadbeer]

Understood. But if a cop askes you to take a field sobriety test, he has already made up his mind you're drunk and going to jail. For this same reason, I would refuse the breath test. Any idea how many people out there are driving to work with a suspended license? The trades are full of them, especially back when I started. People still have to make a living, and they are still going to drive to work license or no license. Also, laws vary from state-to-state. My state (MI) has an implied consent law and for those reading this that don't know what that means, it means that by accepting a drivers license in my state, you also consent to chemical tests from police officers who suspect that you are driving under the influence. It only applies "after" an arrest. You can refuse the preliminary test in the field and will get a $150 fine, period. But if you refuse the secondary back at the station, 6 points are automatically added to your license and you get a 1 yr suspension. They can also get a warrant to draw blood if they want and then you'll have no choice. I don't know what lawyers charge these days, but it cost my buddy 5k back in the mid 80's to get out of his drunk driving fiasco. Personally, I'd take the suspension. Best to just not drink and drive.

[@garyvancamp5452]

Solution ~ Don't drink & drive, get a ride.

[@DestinyDad]

I usually spread my cheeks and cough

[@onthepath501]

I went 14 years out my license and I promise you it's way easier just to call the f****** Uber for catch a ride if I know I'm going to be drinking I leave my f****** truck at the house and I don't get anywhere near it

[@WaterproofSoap]

If you drink and drive A) you suck B) you should go to jail My sister was struck by a drunk driver.... and I don't give a s*** about anyone's "right" to drink and drive. Drink to your heart's content but lose the keys

[@diyoverhauler5432]

Very expensive experience to be in.

[@coryjohnson2486]

No doubt! Thankfully, it’s strung out over months and months.. but by the end, ur spending thousands in total 🤮

[@bertram46]

Very interesting. Thank you. Is Florida the same way?

[@danieltaylor4819]

Maybe just don't drink and drive. My family and I shouldn't be put in danger just because you wanted to "go out and have a good time." And just to clarify, I'm not against drinking. I enjoy a few adult beverages from time to time, but there's a time and place for it.

[@burtvhulberthyhbn7583]

😂the best way to beat a DUI is to beat the PC. That's a long shot with a good lawyer but that's all you have. Nobody can force tests but any other objective symptoms will then lead to breath blood or urine test. Refusal now isn't an option other than automatic suspension. So refuse a test and you lose your license. Great idea.

[@grinch45]

Admit you were drinking and quit wasting everyones time playing games you learned from lawyers. Someone will be dying if you continue.

[@lukemcdaniel1306]

The answer is STOP FUCKING DRINKING AND GODDAMNED DRIVING!

[@billdavis3957]

I do not understand. You say do not take the field sobriety test which guarantees you will be arrested and taken to the station. At the station you say do not take any of the three chemical tests which guarantees your license will be suspended at least 180 days, longer if you have a record! Your advice guarantees suspension of license for at least 180 days! Why not take the field sobriety test and hope you pass? At least there is a chance your license wl not be suspended for 180 days.

[@rickygreider4281]

Illinois law's are the same.🤐🤐🤐🤐😎😎😎😎🤐🤐🤐🤐🤐

[@jamescomeaux3620]

I can answer that question. You get ARRESTED!

[@nealcarr4200]

I Georgia if refuse the test at the jail they suspend your license for a year...so how do u beat that situation

[@Empty7775]

When asked “have you had anything to drink”, why cant you just say no, as long as you’re not plastered he probably wouldn’t know

[@ThePeterDislikeShow]

I don't drink at all. So that's how I'd respond.

[@mehardin]

If he smells alcohol on your breath and you say no he's going to know you are lying. If he has you on audio recording saying no and the breath test reveals alcohol in your system the judge and jury will know you are a liar. It's best to only say no if it's the truth. Just exercise your right to remain silent otherwise, and don't drive when you've been drinking anyway.

[@daveyvane9431]

Best move is just pull your pants down. It is an excellent ice breaker.

[@Giggidygiggidy12]

Does this apply to every state and do you have any new updates as of Sep 2024??

[@Road_Rash]

You go to jail, that's what you do...

[@captainamerica6525]

Simply no excuse. Do not drink then drive. Simple.

[@amylouk1573]

My problem drugs icy snort or if worst crime to worst was n 2 still r methadone still legally but importance

[@mehardin]

Go to jail. Why were you driving if you've been drinking?

[@calebfielding6352]

Seriously how many people will have the sense to follow this advice when they are drunk?

[@RicardoRoams]

I see a lot of KZbin videos regarding what to do if pulled over and you've been drinking. But what if you don't drink at all and get pulled over? The cop will take one look at me and never believe I don't drink. So then what? I won't agree to do field sobriety tests. At my age (71) and my bad knees, I would never pass. But what about a breathalyzer? I don't drink alcohol, EVER, so theoretically I should easily pass. But should I refuse? And if so, why?

[@thebestcdub3041]

You shouldn't refuse if you're not drinking let them test you you'll be fine

[@MarvelousLXVII]

How about don't drink and drive?

[@FtanmoOfEtheirys]

If you've been drinking, start by not driving.

[@jimmystrange1]

Thank you!

[@spamham1976]

This is the best advice on the internet about DWI.

[@Garth2011]

Fairly sure in CA you will lose your license to drive for a full year or more if you refuse a chemical test. Agreed on the rest, be nice and just say "I haven't got much to say, can I go"?

[@darrennew8211]

Remember that the assumption is that you'd fail the test if you took it. So there's no downside to refusing to provide evidence against you.

[@thebestcdub3041]

​@@darrennew8211exactly. Don't incriminate yourself

[@firefalcon100]

WAIT A MINUTE!.. it's your right to refuse to take a chemical test yet, for exercising your RIGHT, you get your driving privileges suspended? WTF!?

[@ingamingpc1634]

Yep there are consequences to certain legal actions of course this is based off of the belief that after seeing all the evidence that you truly are drunk

[@justadbeer]

Of course. If you haven't been drinking, you have nothing to worry about right?

[@Source_Consciousness]

Accept the fact that you're going to jail.

[@V1Speed360]

lets be real about the percentages here

[@joecook5689]

Dui arrests ruin people's lives. They are a money maker for the state. They are a great deterrent for future risking driving after having a drink. A very good thing.

[@texastoast5202]

Mr Lawyer. U are so wrong on so many fronts! First of all why would u make a video about the laws affecting only 2 states. What about the 48 other states laws ?? Also, you're giving bad advice!!! If ur not drinking, take the field test and chemical test at the station. Ur advice is only good if you HAVE been drinking and are trying to avoid giving state evidence that u have been. 90% of ambulance chasing lawyers are awful and attended the worst law schools. That's why they handle the shittiest type of law- traffic cases. If u do get in a bad spot, don't hire a dude like this. Hire a lawyer from a top university. This dude will send u straight to a conviction with his advice. Just being honest

[@mehardin]

1. Because the laws are different from state to state, so he posted about the states where he practices and is qualified to give advice. 2. Did you read the title of the video? He's giving advice to people who HAVE BEEN DRINKING. You should never take field sobriety tests regardless, because sober people can fail them. But if you haven't had anything to drink, obviously you wouldn't refuse chemical tests, as they are going to exhonerate you.

[@Ihearttaylorswif]

What if some how you failed the field sobriety test and the breathalyzer test sober?

[@englanduk6131]

There's so many of these defence lawyers on youtube telling drunks what not to do if pulled over by police!!!!... Wonder what families of victims of these drunk drivers think about these videos??

[@thebestcdub3041]

If you injure someone while behind the wheel it's a whole different story this is just being pulled over.

[@englanduk6131]

@@thebestcdub3041 but these lawyers are enabling these drunks to get away with drunk driving so the next time it could be a fatal accident!

[@V1Speed360]

THE PROBLEM I have with your advice is that you make the cop out to be a bad guy yet all the info you provide will land the person in jail which means that they have to hire your ass.

[@dark_winter8238]

How are you going to avoid landing in jail and needing a lawyer if your drunk. You will fail the test and breathalyzer.

[@odavido1579]

New to the the situation I take it? Welcome to the game show, out w/ ur wallet and bend over.

[@mehardin]

If you wanted to avoid going to jail you shouldn't have driven after drinking. He's giving advice to people who are going to jail regardless to have the best chance of winning in court. And while cops aren't bad guys, when one stops you when you are driving, for any infraction, not just a DUI, it's an adversarial encounter. He's gathering evidence against you, and it's up to you to protect your rights and give him as little evidence as possible.

[@rebeccafreelin7515]

I have had friends that were stopped for a DUI/DWI with the cop saying they state they smell alcohol and/or saw weaving or stumbling gate. They all registered 0 on the BAC, so no I do not trust cops. It is hard to dispute cop testimony when it is just a cops subjective witness (a lie).

[@thebestcdub3041]

​@@mehardinwell said

[@richh1576]

What is the best way for a hemophilliac to legally refuse blood testing 'outside' of a hospital setting; ... and, which can sometimes result in historical near exsanguination of vascular blood volume. Im not a 'drinker'. Is there ANY way to legally prevent such danger by over-zealous cops ????? Is there any way to legally require that such blood testing can ONLY performed in a hospital (with adequate stock of BLOOD), and without any unecessary personal expenses if the blood testing results in extreme untowards probabilities ?????

[@al69420]

It is NOT the same suspension time atleast in WA if you refuse. If you live in WA, I recommend to always blow. People that refuse to blow in WA will get a search warrant for their blood (blood test) within 30 mins. And it comes with much worse

[@craigwiester9177]

How about DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE??!?

[@mikeys12]

WHAT ABOUT CONNECTICUT

[@charliestokes4520]

All of this advice is great… until you are drunk and you don’t think rationally. Best way to get DUI charge dropped? Don’t drive intoxicated

[@bastycruz5464]

Hi is Monica don't drink no

[@joemunch58]

Why is there an assumption that "drinking" means "drinking alcohol"?

[@eddie45658]

Before you take any lawers advise on you tube, Do some reserch on local laws where you live! Where I live in Canada I'm pretty sure refusing breath / chemical would not end verry well !

[@luisgarza4169]

😎

[@dennisfetterman1644]

Run

[@stephendines1936]

I've no time for drunk drivers.

[@EdwardCurrent]

But apparently plenty of time to watch and comment on videos made for them.

[@amylouk1573]

Also acting mostly commercials n2 biggest gigs. Hawaiian tropic model at yes age 30 shoot was taken n movie. Starring. Robert Patrick he took over for David devinchy nice guybaka star actor I was a glorified extra be cuz!!! I had n up close shot n 1 line Susan sommers got sis covered. Just by a car window rolling down n seeing her. Anyways Pam Anderson. In. Football crowded. Stands!! U can be. Discovered in any way u have it or u don’t bin told I do but who really knows

[@theartfuldodger935]

In full view of the officer, and with the window rolled up, take a couple of long belts from a bottle of whiskey. How can he prove you were driving under the influence?

[@wakeup6910]

It's simple people,, dont play the game,, it's all about the money, drinking and driving laws are a tax on the stupid, I do not drink and drive and I win every day

[@bastycruz5464]

I good drive ok

[@amylouk1573]

Monogonsly married couple but yes we were he was n is n tool n die n also mold making engineer as well as n CNC. Operator all engineering. Blue collar. But upscale as I used to be model in. My 20s b 4 I met my hubby Venus swimwear model same company as Fredricks of Hollywood but swimwear

[@elbob17]

"Stop drinking and driving asshole" - Fletcher Reede

[@waynewootton5385]

you can't pass them you couldn't pass them pass them sober think about that

[@gwolf7716]

I’m pretty sure the XYZ bacbkwards test can only be performed successfully while drunk and for god’s sake don’t call em the LMNOPs. Off to the drunk tank for sure.

[@DukeofHesse-he7bu]

In North Carolina, refusing to take the test after you've been arrested is an automatic one year suspension. I'd rather take the test and hire a good attorney to keep the damage to a minimum.

[@28704joe]

Blow .08 and you got an automatic DUI AND license suspension, refuse and get charged with limited evidence. It all depends if you feel lucky at the moment.

[@DukeofHesse-he7bu]

@@28704joe Blowing .08 in N.C. and will get you a 30 day suspension, possibly not even that with a good attorney. If you refuse the test it's an automatic one year suspension.

[@thebestcdub3041]

But if they find you not guilty in court you're suspension is lifted right?

[@V1Speed360]

like doing the time in jail is worth the thousands i owe your ass after I get out or end up with the same damn punishment I would have

[@crocogator665]

I don't even drink, why am I watching this?

[@EdwardCurrent]

I got pulled over for drunk driving once, late at night. It was a younger female officer, maybe a rookie. She asked if I had been drinking, and I said no (which was true). She said I was weaving and driving slowly, was I sure I hadn't been drinking? I said yes, I'm sure. She let me go. In that situation, I don't think it would have been better for me to refuse to answer, and it certainly would not have been in my best interests to refuse all chemical tests. However, the advice in this video assumes you HAVE been drinking.

[@SuperDodoe]

the machines are flawed according to the science...big money maker for the states. Never consent to any searches either physical or verbal, keep your mouth shut and let your lawyer figure out your defense later. Once you talk your locked in to that story. "your the master of your words only before you speak em"

[@EdwardCurrent]

@@SuperDodoe Would you advise someone who hasn't been drinking to not answer the question of whether you've been drinking? The only reason why the officer let me go is she saw that I answered lucidly and didn't smell of alcohol.

[@SuperDodoe]

@@EdwardCurrent from a law professor:. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ml6aoGyujtVqm6c

[@EdwardCurrent]

@@SuperDodoe It's generally good advice not to talk to the police. But does he say to not answer when asked if you've been drinking and you haven't been drinking? The last part is important -- *if you haven't been drinking*

[@SuperDodoe]

@@EdwardCurrent if you watch the above video, the professor goes through exactly that point. If you are indeed innocent, it's just a better reason to keep your mouth shut.

[@ericmuller3339]

Who here has gotten out of a dui with the help of a lawyer?

[@monicalovesjesus1231]

I have been advised not to answer that

[@joecook5689]

Yeah, but just the dropped to a lesser charge.

[@xavier2sexy]

I have ....

[@Danonabike]

innocent ill proven gulity

[@Danonabike]

@@joecook5689 same dui to dwi

[@SavingsForYou]

After being arrested and they make you make a written statement is it mandatory?

[@nicholasselke5214]

Refer to your Fifth Amendment right to not self incriminate. If they coerce you and especially if they don’t read your Miranda rights beforehand, that statement would NOT be admissible in court