Reader’s Question:

What do you think is the best thing that I should do if I am stopped here in Hammond, Indiana for DUI and questioned by an officer after I have been drinking?

Herbert

Hammond, IN

If you are stopped by an officer in Hammond, Indiana for DUI suspicion, you are probably being videotaped. You just have to be polite and courteous because antagonizing the police officer would invite problems. If asked, you should hand the officer your license and proof of insurance. Don’t ever admit guilt, never apologize, and most especially, don’t volunteer any information. This is definitely not the perfect time to beg your way out of a traffic ticket. If you are questioned, you could respectfully tell the officer that you would not answer any questions without a lawyer present. When the officer is finished writing the ticket/warning, ask if you are free to leave.

If you are told that you are free to leave, you have to thank your lucky stars that you have not learned your lesson the hard way and next time, be on your way carefully and lawfully. Don’t drink and drive again to avoid being stopped again for DUI or if you can’t avoid drinking, you could have someone who hasn’t been drinking to drive you home safely. If you are told by the officer that you are not free to leave, you have to immediately request for a lawyer, terminate the interview and best of all, remain silent.

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