Can the non-at-faultdriver in an accident be forced to give a sobriety test?
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Can the non-at-faultdriver in an accident be forced to give a sobriety test?
I was in a car accident where the other car was found at-fault and received a careless driving ticket. The other car was speeding and driving recklessly when she crashed into me from behind with no other cars in front of me. There was no reason to be slowing down or stopping. I am suffering from 2 fractured toes and a dislocated bone in my foot as well as severe pain in my shoulders, neck, back, and jaw. After hitting my head on the steering wheel I was a bit shaken up. I believe I may have had a concussion.
Asked on August 29, 2011 Florida
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
In any situation be it an accident or suspicious activity where law enforcement believes that alcohol may have contributed to the accident or the suspicious activity an investigation into whether or not alcohol is a factor or has been involved is a consideration.
If law enforcement believes that alcohol may be an issue a field sobriety test of all individuals at the scene is cutomary practice to implement.
As to the injuries that you have sustained, hopefully you have seen competent health care practioners. Once you recover, you should consider consulting with a personal injury attorney about the accident and your injuries. You should also advise your insurance carrier as soon as possible about the accident.
Good luck.
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