D.C.’s Zero Tolerance DUI Policy and the Fourth of July Weekend
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To keep our communities safe, the
"If you ask most people what they picture when thinking about a DUI arrest, they would probably describe someone who is extremely intoxicated, weaving all over the road with police in hot pursuit," Shawn says. "The truth, however, is a DUI arrest can involve relatively low levels of intoxication. That is because
Because of that zero tolerance stance, any measurable amount of alcohol can lead to a DUI or DWI arrest in the
To avoid a
• Call a taxi or, if you are in a group, chose a designated driver who will abstain from all alcohol consumption.
• Be aware that patrols and checkpoints are heaviest in those areas where celebrations are held, such as parks, community centers, the
• Remain calm, be polite, keep your hands on the wheel at all times, and wait until you are asked by the officer to retrieve your documents.
• You are not legally required to answer questions about your alcohol consumption.
• There is no legal requirement to perform field sobriety tests or to consent to a search of your vehicle.
• You may be asked to provide both a roadside breath test (RBT) prior to your arrest, which is not admissible as evidence, and a breath sample at a police station after your arrest, which is admissible. You can choose whether or not to submit a breath sample, but refusing to do so could result in consequences such as the loss of your driving privileges in D.C. for one year. Producing a breath sample with results of 0.20 or higher could result in mandatory jail time, even for your first offense.
Finally, for those who are arrested for DUI in the
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