What can result from a police officer pulling over a driver suspected of DUI?

When a police officer pulls over a driver suspected of driving under the influence (DUI), they have the authority to investigate the situation further. If the driver is found to be operating the vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs, they can be charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI). This charge typically arises after the officer conducts field sobriety tests or other assessments indicating impairment.

If the driver is convicted of this charge, they can face serious legal consequences, including fines, license suspension, or even jail time, depending on the severity of the offense and any prior convictions. Thus, receiving a DWI charge is a genuine possibility due to the officer’s actions in stopping a suspected DUI driver and investigating the situation.

Other potential outcomes, such as receiving a verbal warning or being ticketed for a different infraction like speeding, may occur in some instances, but they do not reflect the nature of consequences specifically related to being suspected of driving under the influence. Additionally, while it’s true that not every stop leads to serious consequences like a DWI charge if the investigation does not indicate impairment, the question specifically addresses the situation in which a DWI would be charged after the officer's intervention.