Massachusetts DUI RoadBlocks
What is a DUI Roadblock?
A field sobriety checkpoint is a pre-determined spot on a road or highway
where the police set up a traffic chokepoint to monitor drivers for alcohol
consumption and possible drunk driving offenses.
If you are stopped in a DUI roadblock in Massachusetts, please call me for a
consultation at (781) 380-7730, and I'll go over what your options are in
fighting the case.
Are These Roadblocks Fair?
The courts have said they are.
Are Sobriety Roadblocks Effective?
That is an open question, and really depends on "compared to what"? They
typically do get
It is controversial as to whether they are an effective public safety
measure. Many experts believe that "roving patrols" are more effective at
stopping dangerous drunk drivers. Police cruisers would do better patrolling the
highways looking for bad driving behavior that might indicate impairment.
Since DUI checkpoints are often announced in advance, or put in predictable
spots, chronic drunk driver's may know to avoid these places.
That means that these roadblocks are most likely to ensnare drivers who may
have made an innocent mistake, and aren't a significant danger. After all, they
wouldn't have even been pulled over if not for the roadblock.
--- Call Attorney Russell Matson if you've been stopped in a
roadblock and arrested on a DUI charge. He can answer your questions
about your MA drunk driving charge. You can call 24 hours a day at (781)
380-7730, and he will be happy to consult on your case, with no
further obligation.
Call the Law Office of Russell Matson to talk to a drunk driving / DUI / OUI attorney anytime at (781) 380-7730. |
