"If you drink, don't drive. Don't even putt"
--Dean Martin--
"The strongest principle of growth lies in human choice."
--George Elliot--
During this time of year many police departments throughout the state are increasing their check points and patrols for people driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs ("DUI"). If you are ever stopped by a police officer for a DUI, you may be asked to take different sobriety tests. However, you will be asked to take a chemical test.
If you are stopped for suspicion of a DUI, you have a choice whether to submit to a chemical test, but there is a catch to that choice. If you submit to the chemical test and the test results in a blood alcohol level of .08 or above then your driver's license will be summarily suspended for six (6) months or possibly more. However, if you refuse to submit to a chemical test then your driver's license will be summarily suspended for twelve (12) months or possibly more.
If you are arrested and charged with a DUI, it is best to contact an attorney to discuss your options, which may include contesting your summary suspension of your driver's license. Ultimately it is your choice.
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