Every state has its own version of an implied consent law providing that a driver impliedly consents to alcohol testing just by the act of driving. In many states, a refusal to take a breath test is itself a criminal violation subject to stiff penalties. For example, refusing a breath test might result in automatic drivers-license suspension or revocation. If you are ultimately found guilty of a drunk-driving offense, there may be additional penalties because of the test refusal, such as a stiffer sentence. Your test refusal may also be used as evidence against you in a drunk-driving case.
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The DUI Hotline Network office is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and represents people living or driving in Northeast Indiana, including the counties of Allen, Adams, Dekalb, Jay, Steuben, Whitley, Wells, Kosciusko, Noble, Grant and Huntington. DUI Hotline Network also represents clients from any state, who were charged with criminal charges in Indiana.
