Sobriety Check Points and Tests
In North Carolina, it is not mandatory to perform tests or blow into a handheld roadside breath test. Those who are sober can have difficulty performing these tasks. Medical conditions can also cause a person to have difficulty performing these tasks.
Types of Tests Usually Administered
| Walk and turn |
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| One leg stand |
| Horizontal gaze (or pen test) |
| Finger to nose |
| Finger count |
| Saying the ABC’s |
| None of the tests researched have been proven to be 100% accurate. |
Factors that may affect performance:
| Nerves |
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| Illness |
| Headlights |
| Weight |
| Age |
| Type of footwear |
| Road conditions |
| Lack of Coordination |
What officers are looking for while moving:
| Weaving/Swerving |
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| Following too closely |
| Stopping for no reason |
| Going slower than the speed limit |
| Slowed response to traffic signals or signs |
| Rapid change in speed |
| Close contact with center lane or lane makers |
| Turning abruptly, widely, or illegally |
What officers are looking for in appearance:
| Drinking in car |
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| Fumbling fingers |
| Gripping steering wheel |
| Bloodshot eyes |
| Soiled clothing |
| Drivers head stuck out of the window |
| Erratic or obscene gestures |
| Blank look on driver’s face |
Frequently Asked DWI / DUI Questions
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- What should I do if I get pulled over for a DUI / DWI?
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