Should I refuse the Breathalyzer?
Just incase I ever get pulled over for DUI, I would like to know what to do.
My state is Florida. This is an implied consent state. If I refuse the test I get a mandatory minimum 1 year suspension (challangable and I can get a work permit of course). The state can also use my refusal as “evidence” of guilt. If I blow .08+ I get a minimum 6 month suspension (challangable), but I give the state more hard evidence to use against me.
My question is what to do in the event of being suspected of DUI (which hypothetically I will be over .08)?
1) Flat out refuse the FST + Breathalyzer
2) Take the Breathalyzer but refuse FST
3) Do both
4) State that I will comply with the investigation but I must speak with an attorney first.
Will choosing option 4 work? After all I did not refuse the test, and the cops can not deny me my attorney. Assuming it is 2 AM I may get arrested, but by the time I get to speak to an attorney I will have sobered up.
Also what is the chances of beating the DUI if I refuse? Is it better or worse off?
I would like cops+lawyers opinions (john65pennington). Also anyone in Florida who has been convicted of DUI
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