A field sobriety test is a method used by law enforcement to determine if a driver or suspect is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. It is a test that is conducted during a traffic stop and judged solely on the police officer’s opinion. For this reason, field sobriety tests are largely biased, inaccurate and do not hold up in court. It is generally recommended by DUI defense lawyers in Tempe not to take them.
The Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Test
Three types of field sobriety tests are approved for use in Arizona by the federal and state government. The
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