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5 Things To Avoid When You're Pulled Over By The Police

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Published
03/28/2022

If convicted of driving under the influence, it's going to hurt your life. It's impossible to know how much you'll suffer in the future, but there are things you can do to reduce your punishment.

People are scared when the police pull them over, so they won't always act in their own self-interest. You don't want to fall into this category, so let's look at what you should avoid when stopped.

1.   Trying To Do Everything Alone

Don't try to do everything on your own if you get arrested, especially if you've been involved in a crash while driving drunk. If you have a Brampton criminal lawyer with you, you'll find everything less stressful.

It's easy to feel anxious when being questioned by the police. You'll spend hours being probed by experienced interrogators. A lawyer is great for support, but they'll also stop you from getting in more trouble.

2.   Refuse A Field Sobriety Test

When the police ask you to do a field sobriety test, you must say no. You won't be allowed to drive home if you can walk in a straight line. It's only going to be used to land you in even more trouble.

Just make sure you're polite when you refuse. The police will ask you over and over again, but stand firm. If someone says you'll be allowed to leave after taking a test, assume they're lying through their teeth.

4.   Don't Answer Lots Of Questions

The police will ask you things like what you've had to drink before driving, or they'll want to know how much sleep you've had. When stopped, there are dozens of questions they'll ask to build a case against you.

Don't answer anything unless you have a lawyer with you. The Ignition Interlock program is supposed to prevent you from getting into trouble, but these questions are the exact opposite. You can't get into trouble for staying quiet.

4.   Avoid The Police When Possible

If someone has called to complain about you driving while drunk, you won't always be in your vehicle when the police arrive. Don't run away from the police when they come calling, but don't make yourself available either.

You could still be charged with drunk driving after you leave your car. It happens in some places to prevent people from downing alcohol the second they're pulled over, so avoid anyone for as long as possible.


5.   Say No To Any Vehicle Searches


When the police want to search your vehicle, they'll need probable cause to ensure it's not an illegal search. Don't let them into your car if they ask for permission. You won't get into more trouble if you say no.

On the other hand, you will get into more trouble if they find drink or drugs in the car. If the police do search your car, you can't do anything about it at the time, but you can argue it was an illegal search in court.

You'll Only Make Things Worse

If you are driving drunk when the police pull you over, you'll only make things worse if you don't avoid everything we've talked about today.

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