Many people misunderstand DUI laws and how they can apply to a person who is arrested. This leads many people to believe they can avoid an arrest by taking certain steps if they’re stopped by an officer. To better understand the situation, the person needs to speak with an attorney who works with DUI Law in Hailey ID.
Declining the Tests Doesn’t Mean a Person Cannot be Arrested or Convicted
Many people decline the BAC (blood alcohol content) tests because they believe they cannot be arrested or convicted if the police do not know how much alcohol is in their system. This is actually completely false and can work against them because they could receive further penalties for refusing the test even if they aren’t convicted. The person can refuse to take the BAC test, but a warrant can be obtained to force them to take it if the police feel it’s necessary and the result may not matter if there’s sufficient evidence to show they were intoxicated while driving.
Explaining What Happened to an Officer Isn’t Going to Help
Many people believe they can talk their way out of an arrest. This is very unlikely to occur. No matter how charming a person might be, the police officers can still arrest them and charge them with a DUI. The only difference it might make is that the officers now have a confession from the person concerning having a few drinks before they decided to drive their vehicle.
Just Talking to the Judge Won’t Help Someone Avoid a Conviction
Similar to speaking with the police, just talking to the judge isn’t likely to help. In fact, it’s more likely they’ll be convicted of a DUI if they do not seek legal assistance and, instead, try to just explain to the judge why they appeared intoxicated when they were stopped by the police. A judge is not going to listen to their excuses, they’re just going to hear a confession and convict the person of a DUI.
If you’ve been arrested and charged with a DUI, it’s important you act quickly and speak with an attorney who understands DUI Law in Hailey ID and how to apply it to your case to help you. If you’re ready to speak with an attorney right away, contact us to schedule an appointment.
