A DUI (Driving Under the Influence) arrest occurs when a law enforcement official stops a driver and believes that they are operating a vehicle under the influence of either alcohol or drugs. The consequences of a DUI arrest can be severe and life-altering, including fines, license revocation, license plate impoundment, vehicle forfeiture, and possible jail time. The severity of the charge can increase depending on factors such as whether the individual has a prior criminal record, exhibited reckless behavior, or if the DUI offense involved injury or property damage.

During a DUI arrest, the driver may be asked to take a field sobriety test or a breathalyzer test to measure their breath alcohol concentration (BAC) . The purpose of a breathalyzer test is to assess whether there’s probable cause for a DUI arrest, and drivers are under no legal obligation to perform a field sobriety or breathalyzer test. If the driver is arrested, they will be taken into custody and booked, and the court will schedule a date for their arraignment, which is the initial hearing following the arrest.

After the arraignment, the driver will have to appear in court, and if convicted, they will have to successfully complete the courts orders. The consequences of a DUI conviction can include license suspension, fines, and jail time, depending on the severity of the offense. It is important to note that a DUI involves the physical act of operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and it is illegal to drive under the influence of any intoxicating liquor or drug.