This is Episode 10 in the inaugural season of Paul Squared and, in this installment, Paul Mallis is back to provide a comprehensive overview of DUI (Driving Under the Influence) laws and the steps you should take if you find yourself facing DUI charges. Paul taps into important topics like field sobriety tests, chemical sobriety tests, how substances like alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to drive legally, when license suspensions come into play, and much more.

Understanding the ins and outs of DUI laws and how the legal process works is critical if you're pulled over for suspected impaired driving. You’re about to learn why it’s beneficial (and within your rights) to refuse field sobriety tests and how these decisions can affect your case moving forward. Consulting with a skilled lawyer is key to understanding your rights with a DUI and the best strategies for handling these charges.

Paul emphasizes the importance of knowing what to do if you get a DUI, and how your actions can significantly influence the legal consequences you face. This episode is designed to deliver a clear understanding of the potential outcomes of a DUI charge, and why having legal representation can ensure you protect your rights and minimize consequences.

Key Takeaways:

• DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence and involves operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) above the legal limit or under the influence of drugs.
• What is a DUI? It is a criminal offense with serious penalties that can affect your driving privileges, criminal record, and overall future.
• What should you do if you get a DUI? Remain calm, show respect to law enforcement, and understand your rights
• Refusing field sobriety tests can be a strategic move, as these tests are often subjective and may not be in your best interest.
• Knowing your rights with a DUI is crucial, including your right to refuse certain tests and your right to legal representation.
• Chemical sobriety tests (like breathalyzers) are commonly used to determine driving under the influence - you need to understand the implications of taking or refusing them.

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