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Can You Be Arrested for Suspicion of DUI?

Can You Be Arrested for Suspicion of DUI?

It is tricky to answer the question “can you be arrested for suspicion of DUI?” The United States legal system presumes that a driver is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law, even if an arresting officer suspects the driver committed a crime. Yet many states seem to have DUI laws that presume guilt before a court trial occurs and permit police officers to question drivers without any suspicion at all. In some sense, all DUI arrests are based only on a suspicion rather than on conclusive proof, but drivers face laws that are targeted to convict even...

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What to Do at a Traffic Stop

What to Do at a Traffic Stop

As a driver, it is important to be aware of your rights if you are pulled over by the police. Many drivers remember traffic stop scenes they see on television or in the movies but are not familiar with the legal requirements for police and drivers to follow when interacting on the roadside. Here are a few tips. First, pull over quickly and safely by using your turn signals and stopping on the side of the road. Roll down your window, turn off the engine, and put your hands on the steering wheel. Do not reach for the glove compartment or...

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