Bothell Kirkland King County DUI Drunk Driving Lawyer: DUI Questions / Answers

Bothell Kirkland King County DUI Drunk Driving Lawyer: DUI Questions / Answers

Question: Can I get a DUI for having an open container in my car but not intoxicated?
Question Detail: My boyfriend was pulled over right after the officer saw him opening a beer in the car. He hadn't even had a sip of it yet- can he be charged with a DUI?

 

You boyfriend could be charged with DUI – but a DUI charge must be supported by probable cause to arrest and a BAC result (or refusal).  If your boyfriend had no alcohol in his system (or very little) a DUI conviction is ultimately not very likely.

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