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Why the LAPD Might Stop You for Suspected DUI

The officers within the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) are trained on what to look for when it comes to drunk driving. It is important that you know what they are watching for before they pull someone over. Below are some of key driving indicators that are used to spot intoxicated drivers:

• Driving too slow
• Swerving
• Failing to yield
• Failing to stop
• Drifting
• Stopping for no reason
• Making a turn with a wide radius

If a police officer makes the decision to pull you over, there will be additional signs he or she will watch for. As an example, the officer will look at your eyes and listen to your speech to determine if you could be intoxicated. If alcohol can be smelled in your vehicle, it could also act as a signal that you are drunk behind the wheel. The officer might then ask you to complete a field sobriety test.

Field sobriety tests come in many different forms and the results can be misleading. You can read more in our article, Field Sobriety Tests in California DUI Stops.

Get Help with Your DUI Case

There is one thing you need to quickly recognize when you are accused of drunk driving in Los Angeles County; the prosecution is in no way on your side. They are hard on suspected drunk drivers and would love nothing more than to see you pay for your alleged crime. Don't walk into court with the odds stacked against you. Instead, contact a knowledgeable Los Angeles DUI lawyer who will strongly defend your case.

At the Law Offices of McGregor & Ernenwein, we know what the prosecution looks for when trying DUI cases. How do we know? The founders of our firm are former prosecutors. But that's not all. We have had over two decades of daily contact with prosecutors and judges in Los Angeles and Orange County.

For more information or answers to your questions, contact us today at 310-782-0552. The consultation is free.