If Im stopped by a Missouri police officer and he asks me if Ive been drinking, what should I say to avoid a DUI / DWI or other drunk driving arrest?
You are not required to answer potentially incriminating questions when interrogated by a Missouri police officer. A polite “I would like to speak with an attorney before I answer any questions” is a good reply. On the other hand, admitting that you had one or two beers is not incriminating: it is not sufficient to cause intoxication — and it may explain the odor of alcohol on the breath.
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