Florida DUI Checkpoints: What You Should Know

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A sobriety checkpoint, often known as a DUI checkpoint, is an area where law enforcement officials station themselves to inspect drivers for symptoms of alcohol and impairment. It’s critical to understand your rights if you’re stopped at a DUI checkpoint.

When performing these checkpoints, police must follow various rules and regulations. You must stop and pull over if the police have requested it, otherwise you risk being arrested. If you want to avoid being arrested, arguing with a police officer over whether or not they can perform a DUI checkpoint is never a good idea. Drivers can, however, legally avoid stopping at a checkpoint by making a U-turn if they do not infringe any traffic laws in the process.

If you decide not to evade a checkpoint, have a calm and cooperative demeanor. You will be asked to roll down the window by the officer. Drivers must then present identification, such as a driver’s license, vehicle registration or proof of insurance. Once you have identified yourself and presented the proper papers, you are not required to provide any other information.

Avoid giving your consent to a car search. To do so, officers will need your permission, a warrant or probable cause. If they don’t have any of the aforementioned, you have every right to deny their request.

 

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