Impaired Driver 4.1
How long will a suspects license be suspended when they have a prior implied consent refusal on their record within the past 60 months?
1-2 years
Between 9 and 2 am on a Friday and Saturday nights how many driver's have a BAC of .10 or more?
1/7
What percent of driver's on weekend nights are impaired?
10%
How many people die each year from traffic collisions?
10's of thousands
What percent of driver's at any given time are under the influence?
2%
What percent of fatal car crashes are a result of drinking and driving?
50%
How many times per year does a DUI violator drive under the influence?
80 times
What % accuracy for one leg stand is subject to a .08 or greater BAC? 2/4 cues.
83%
Alcohol related crashes are-----times more likely to result in death.
9
If an individual has a CDL and is driving a commercial motor vehicle what is the max BAC they can have?
A BAC of .o4.
A person who fails to comply with their blood, urine, or other bodily substances will be guilty and charged with what?
A Class 1 Misdemeanor.
What are common behaviors from individuals under the influence of drugs or alcohol?
A. Slurred/altered speech. B. Poor coordination. C. Lack of concentration. D. General disorientation. E. Altered breathing. F. Bloodshot/glassy eyes. G. Tremors. H. Nausea/vomiting. I. Facial complexion/color. J. Unconsciousness. K. Slow reaction time. L. Impaired vision.
What are other factors that can cause impaired driving other than drugs or alcohol?
Age, Emotional, Mental or Physical status
A suspect commits a 3rd DUI offense within 84 months, what is the charge?
Aggravated DUI ARS 28-1383(A)(2)
A Father is driving under the influence with his 14 year old daughter in the car when he gets pulled over and arrested. What is the charge?
Aggravated DUI ARS 28-1383(A)(3) Under 15 years old in the vehicle.
A suspect has a ignition interlock system device in their car when they get pulled over for a DUI, what charge is this?
Aggravated DUI ARS 28-1383(A)(4) It is a felony charge when an individual is under the influence and driving a vehicle that has a certified ignition interlocking device.
What is the standard BAC reading in the state of Arizona?
Alcohol concentration of .08 of more.
What is a baby DUI?
Anyone under the age of 21 under the influence who has physical control or is driving a vehicle.
What are the 2 common tests to determine blood alcohol concentration?
Breath and Blood
What are the 8 standardized cues for Walk and Turn Test?
Cannot balance during instruction, Starts before instructions are finished, stops while walking, does not touch heel to toe, steps off line, uses arms for balance, improper turn, and incorrect number of steps.
What is an aggravated DUI?
Driving under the influence while having a suspended, canceled, revoked, or refused or while a restriction in placed on a person's driver's license. Driving under influence with a minor under 15 in the car. Driving under the influence with an ignition interlock. Driving the wrong way.
What cannot be in a person's body while in physical control of a car or driving?
Drugs or alcohol
What physical impairments can a driver have other than ones consistent with drugs and alcohol?
Epilepsy. Diabetic shock. Diabetic coma. Mental illness or developmentally disability. Stroke.
What is the first faculty affected by alcohol?
Judgment
In the slightest degree of impairment DUI ARS 28-1381 says it is unlawful for any person to drive or be in actual physical control of a vehicle when influenced by what?
Liquor, any drug, a vapor releasing substance containing a toxic substance or any combo of those listed.
What are the 4 cues for Romberg balance and finger to nose?
Needed additional instructions, opened eyes during test, sways, and failed to keep head tilted back.
An alcohol concentration of .08 during a certified test determines a license be suspended for how long?
No less than 90 days.
Can you have passenger's in your car consume alcohol while you are driving?
No, alcohol cannot be consumed in a vehicle by the operator or passengers.
Will an aggravated DUI ever be a cite and release?
No, must always be brought to jail.
Can you arrest someone who declines to do FST's?
No, this alone is not enough. You must produce enough probable cause in Phase 2 in order to do so without doing FST.
In the state of Arizona can you have an open container in your car?
No. Possession of an open container within the passenger compartment or located on or near a highway is illegal.
What are the phases of a DUI stop?
Phase 1 Vehicle in Motion. Phase 2 Personal Contact Phase 3 Pre-Arrest Screening (FST)
What is the standard to make all arrests?
Probable cause
DUI suspect will not be considered uncooperative merely because he/she ....... a chemical test or .......... to answer questions.
Refused; Refused
What does a suspect have a right do when in the testing process?
Right to independent test. Must advise them to right to arrange additional tests.
What is ARS 28-1382(A) ?
Someone with a BAC within 2 hours of driving (1) 0.15 to 0.20 Extreme (2) 0.20 or more Super Extreme
What are the 4 cues for One Leg Stand?
Uses arms to balance, sways while balancing, puts foot down, and hops.
What are the Sobriety tests?
Walk and Turn, One leg Stand, Romberg Balance, and Finger to Nose, finger count.
What are the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests?
Walk and Turn; One leg stand
Are you entitled to blood the hospital has drawn on a suspect in a DUI case?
Yes under A.R.S. §28-1388(E). you re entitled to that sample.
What must you get from a suspect on a cite and release DUI?
You must get their promise to appear in court. Get their address and work address if possible.