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field sobriety test

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A quick definition of field sobriety test:

A field sobriety test is a test that helps police officers figure out if someone has been driving while drunk. The test involves asking the driver to do a series of tasks that measure their ability to balance, coordinate, and multitask. Some examples of tasks include standing on one leg, walking in a straight line and turning, and touching their nose with their finger. If the driver has trouble with these tasks, it might mean they are drunk. The test is not perfect, but it helps police officers decide if they need to investigate further.

A more thorough explanation:

A field sobriety test is a way for police officers to check if someone has been driving while drunk or high. If an officer thinks someone is driving under the influence, they will ask the driver to pull over and get out of the car. Then, the driver will have to do a series of tasks to see if they are able to drive safely. These tasks test things like balance, coordination, and multitasking.

Some examples of field sobriety tests include:

  • Standing on one leg
  • Walking in a straight line and turning
  • Touching your nose with your finger
  • Following a pencil or finger with your eyes
  • Standing straight with a tilted head and closed eyes while mentally measuring 30 seconds

If someone fails these tests, it might mean they are drunk or high. For example, if someone can't stand on one leg or walk in a straight line, it could be because they are too drunk to do it safely. If someone can't follow a pencil or finger with their eyes, it could be because their vision is blurry from drinking.

It's important to note that failing a field sobriety test doesn't necessarily mean someone is guilty of driving under the influence. However, it does give police officers a reason to investigate further and possibly arrest the person if they find more evidence of drunk or high driving.

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16:42
@Law-Shark: also kind of rude for you to be speaking to me like that, the event started at 9am and I had to wakeup at 4 to drive in. i was tired and couldn't even check in until 4pm if I wanted to so I just drove back. it's unprofessional to offer it the night before and not the day after. they also didn't feed us actual food and we were there until 2pm.
Law-Shark
16:43
The fact you didn't think a reservation in your name is something you need to be responsible for and cancel if you weren't going to show up to by sending a simple email is absolutely iresponsible.
16:43
I didn't make a reservation tho?
16:44
Yeah, I would have definitely gone to the hotel if I knew they booked a room for me. At the very least, it would be proper to show up personally and explain your extraneous circumstances
Law-Shark
16:44
Nah but it's in your name. I went to an ASD. I asked the school for an extra night and they gave it to me. You just need to plan things better.
Law-Shark
16:45
This is like peak disconenct between the male and female brain.
16:45
i think that's where i was confused then
Law-Shark
16:45
disconnect*
Law-Shark
16:45
You live and you learn
16:45
because i did let one of the staff know i'd be leaving early and thought that would be enough
16:46
but i was confused why i got an e-mail with a room cuz I didn't ask for it at all
Law-Shark
16:46
Well, you know now what to do.
16:47
well on their end they prob shouldn't just be buying hotel rooms for ppl who don't request it and then getting mad I didn't go
16:48
goof
16:48
Did you get any materials for admitted students day explaining that they would be booking hotel rooms?
16:49
there was an opt in on the form but I didn't select yes
16:49
Hmm, that's weird
16:50
i think it's unprofessional of them to call you like what if you had an emergency and had to leave? why is it their business why you didn't stay? not like they're lacking money and $100.00 hotel room is gona make them bankrupt
16:50
i figured it was an error and I was on the road so I didn't read into it. plus it would make more sense for it to be the night before cuz it started at 9am? so I was like uhhh and paid it no mind
16:51
@bigfatsloth: that's what i'm saying, they were gonna pay no matter what
16:54
"This is like peak disconenct between the male and female brain." like bffr
16:55
It was probably an administrative error then. I can't imagine why they would book hotel rooms for people that didn't select yes. I would maybe follow up with them and apologize for the misunderstanding to avoid any awkwardness
Denny
16:56
who watch that arsenal game
16:56
I'm a Chelsea fan unfortunately
damn why are yall fighting i the lsd.law gc
Denny
17:14
@ET025: but ur not watching champions league?
Denny
17:15
declan rice did a madness
17:20
@Denny: Not today. Doing more LSAT studying this afternoon, but I saw that. I think Chelsea missed out on him. (this is probably more suited for OT)
Does anyone have experience getting their aid package reconsidered at WashU? How long does it take to hear back after sending the form?
MrThickRopes
21:01
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