If you have been arrested for driving while intoxicated and you really felt as if you should have passed the standardized field sobriety test you took, then this article is for you. This article will explain to you why it is that you should have politely refused to take the SFST and why it is that you may have actually failed, even though you feel you should have passed.
Understand why a SFST is flawed from the beginning
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Every state in America has strict laws against operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Of course, the easiest way to avoid a driving under the influence charge (DUI) or driving while intoxicated charged (DWI) is to never consume alcohol if you plan on driving. Still, many police departments have proactive units dedicated to finding and charging drunk drivers — and it's possible that you could be pulled over under suspicion of drunk driving even if you haven't had a drop to drink or are well under the legal limit.
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After you have been charged with the crime of driving under the influence, or DUI, to a certain degree your right to choose goes away. Nowhere is the loss of privilege more prevalent than when it comes to court appearances. Failure to appear in court for any session about your charge comes along with consequences.
Loss of Freedom
The primary consequence that comes along with missing a court appearance for a DUI is jail time.
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While you may never expect to be charged with a crime, it can and does happen every day. There are various crimes that you can be accused of, ranging from minor to severe offenses. Being put in this situation can have a very negative impact on your life. Your employment and personal relationships may even suffer as a result. If you are dealing with criminal charges, hiring a criminal defense lawyer is something that you should consider.
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Anyone who has watched a crime-based drama on television can likely recite Miranda rights from memory. Being able to verbalize your Miranda rights and understanding exactly what privileges they afford you are two separate things.
It's important that you have a firm understanding of your Miranda rights so that you can protect yourself in the face of criminal accusations in the future.
Basic Miranda Rights
Miranda v. Arizona was the landmark case that gave birth to modern Miranda rights.
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