In Case of DUI Traffic Stop Keep These Rules with Vehicle Registration
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Be polite and respectful. The officer is only doing his job.
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Have driver's license, registration, and proof of insurance ready to give to officer.
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Answer questions directly, and do not ramble. If you can't tell the truth, politely refuse to answer.
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If you are asked to take "Field Sobriety Tests"; politely refuse. This can not be used against you.
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If you believe yourself to be intoxicated:
Refuse to be video or audio recorded. And,
Refuse to take a roadside breath test. Refusal of this test will not lead to an automatic license suspension.If you do not believe yourself to be intoxicated:
Ask to take a roadside breath test. This is an objective way of proving your innocence, and can't be used against you at trial.
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If arrested, you have the right to speak with an attorney. Invoke this right.
CALL Matthew Philbrook at 360-609-8384.
I'm available 24 Hours a Day -
If you are arrested, do not converse with the officer. This is not the time to prove your innocence.
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You will be provided a phone at the police station, remain polite and request to talk with Matthew Philbrook before proceeding to a breath test or interview questions. If he cannot be reached, request to speak with another on-call attorney.
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Politely refuse to answer any questions, other than vital booking information.
