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DUI Arrests in Ventura

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A DUI arrest can be a stressful experience. Particularly if you've never been arrested for faced criminal charges in the past, being arrested for DUI can be embarrassing and frightening. You may wonder what types of penalties you may be at risk of facing if you're convicted. You may wonder whether you should call a Ventura DUI attorney, and when. At Gutierrez, Curtis & Gutierrez, we are here to help in the wake of a drunk driving arrest in Ventura County. All you have to do to get started is to contact a lawyer at our law offices.

The Process of a DUI Arrest

There are certain factors that will typically lead up to a DUI arrest, for which a Ventura law enforcement officer must have probable cause. Probable cause may be established based upon performance on field sobriety tests, the officer's observations of the driver, the driver's behavior while on the road, and any statements made by the driver after he or she is pulled over. Following is an example of the process that may lead up to an arrest:

  • A police officer observes or receives a tip regarding a driver who is driving erratically or has violated a traffic law. Swerving, speeding, driving too slowly and running a red light are all potential examples of the type of driving behavior that may indicate intoxication.
  • The officer will pull the driver over to the side of the road.
  • While asking for license and registration, the officer will typically observe the driver for any signs that may indicate intoxication, such as bloodshot eyes, slurred speech or the smell of alcohol on the driver's breath.
  • Depending on his or her observations, the officer may ask the driver to step out of the vehicle to perform field sobriety tests.
  • Field sobriety tests typically gauge a driver's balance, coordination and ability to follow instructions. Depending on an evaluation of performance on these tests, the officer may then make an arrest for DUI.

Find out more about arrests for DUI in Ventura and how an experienced attorney can help. Contact our offices today!