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Can refusing a sobriety test be used against you? Hawaii high court weighs in
In Hawaii, refusing a roadside sobriety test can be treated as evidence you knew you were drunk. But some say that should change.
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The Hawaii high court is considering whether refusing a sobriety test can be used as evidence against a driver. This development stems from a long-standing practice in Hawaii where refusing a roadside sobriety test is treated as evidence that the driver knew they were intoxicated. However, some argue that this approach is unfair. The court's decision will likely have implications for drivers in Hawaii who are pulled over and asked to take a sobriety test.
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