The DUI Stop in Prince William County

Before a law enforcement officer can stop a driver for DUI, he or she must have probable cause that some traffic infraction or crime is being committed. A trooper or officer may have a reasonable suspicion that a person may be DUI or DWI if they are: driving too slow, disobeying traffic signs, swerving, weaving or going into the wrong lanes of traffic, or speeding. If an officer notices someone driving in this manner, the Manassas or Woodbridge police officer will probably make a traffic stop.


Once the person is has been pulled over, the officer will look at the person for evidence of intoxication such as: an odor of alcohol, inability to follow directions, glassy eyes, flushed cheeks, blood shot eyes, and incoherent or slurred speech.