Jacksonville Florida DUI Arrest

Reader’s Question:

It’s been quite a while since I started drinking and driving but I have never been caught drunk driving ever here in Jacksonville, Florida. Could you tell me some tips on what to do if I’m stopped and arrested for DUI?

Von

Jacksonville, FL

If you are on a DUI stop in Jacksonville, Florida, remember not to answer potentially incriminating questions and do not ever lie to the police officer. Most people arrested for DUI are far more likely to incriminate themselves. You have to give the police officer your name, license and registration. But if he/she asks you if you have been drinking or how much, you have to be concerned that you might incriminate yourself. You can just simply say that you have been advised not to answer any questions.

If you have had only a drink or two, you can simply say so. Because with a very few exceptions, having a drink or two would not put you over the legal limit. But lying to the police officer is never a good idea. If you would answer a question, answer it with all honesty. If you lie and the police officer knows it, the fact that you lied could be used against you in court.

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