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Do I have a right to an attorney when an officer stops me and asked to take a field sobriety test? |
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The law on this varies from state to state. As a general rule, however, there is no right to an attorney until you have submitted to (or refused) blood, breath or urine testing . In some states, there is a right to consult with counsel upon being arrested or before deciding whether to submit to chemical testing. Of course, this does not mean that you cannot ask for an attorney. However, if you have the presence of mind to ask for an attorney before taking the FST’s, then presumably you would have the presence of mind to decline to take the FST. It can only help the officer, is highly unlikely to help you, and a refusal is not penalized. This does not apply to the blood, breath or urine test though.
(Updated August 30, 2007) |
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