How to Survive a Police Sobriety Test

Driving under the influence is a dangerous act. But sometimes you can be pulled over at a police sobriety checkpoint, even when you are sober. When this is the case, you need to prove your innocence, and this is possible.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

How to Survive a Police Sobriety Test

1. Calm your nerves. If you have not done anything wrong and have no reason to fail a sobriety test, calm down. It will be hard to survive a sobriety test, if you let your nerves get the best of you.

2. Focus. One of the tests a sobriety checkpoint is called the divided attention test. You will be asked to perform activities such as walking on a line and lifting one foot. These activities could be anything to split your attention between two things. If you can stay focused and pay attention, you will survive the test.

3. Control your eyes. One of the tests uses a light to follow the gaze of the person pulled over. If you can follow the light with your eyes, you will be able to survive the sobriety test.

4. Follow simple tasks. Other tests consist of counting and saying the alphabet. If you are able to think clearly and do these small tasks, you will be able to survive the test.

5. Be polite. Even if you are innocent and there is no need to be pulled over, be polite to the police officer on duty. Even if you pass the test, being rude can still get you into trouble that you don’t need.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember that driving under the influence is illegal. These tips are provided for those who are pulled over at a routine checkpoint and have not been drinking. If you have been drinking, find a sober driver and let them worry about surviving the test.

Resources

• Seattle DUI attorney
• More about alcohol testing