Navigating a DUI Stop: Steps to Protect Yourself

Encountering the alarming sight of red and blue lights in your rearview mirror can be an unsettling experience, particularly if you’ve consumed alcohol. During those crucial moments before an officer approaches your vehicle, maintaining your composure and being prepared is essential to safeguard your rights in the event of DUI charges. Remember that anything you […]

New App Allows Drivers, Law Enforcement to Test Impairment with Ease

Shortly, assessing one’s level of drug impairment may become as simple as using a smartphone app. Enter DRUID (Driving Under the Influence of Drugs), an innovative tool designed to measure impairment through eye-tracking technology. This advancement not only has the potential to streamline the process of identifying impaired drivers but also serves as a valuable […]

How Do I Respond to Being Stopped for Drunk Driving?

You are driving home after drinks when all of a sudden the red and blue lights of a police cruiser come on behind you. What should you do? From the moment the lights come on you are being closely observed by the officer. You will be nervous but it is important to maintain your composure. […]

Why Should I Refuse Field Sobriety Tests?

If you are pulled over by a police officer and they suspect you of driving under the influence, then you will most likely be asked to perform the standardized field sobriety tests (SFST). There are at least a dozen variations of these tests but the standard three are: horizontal gaze nystagmus (i.e. follow my finger […]