How Officers Investigate a Drunk Driving Mom

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In this video, we’re taking a closer look at an officer’s DUI investigation that happened on September 15, 2024 in Florida. A call had come in about a suspected drunk driver in a parking lot. Court documents reveal that the caller reported seeing a vehicle hitting some curbs. When officers arrived on scene, they located the vehicle in a parking spot. This BCW video highlights the investigative protocols for suspected physical impairment and the community caretaking role of officers.

Editor’s note: Our transformative edits in this breakdown video focus on the key moments and important decisions officers made during this DUI investigation in order to tell a coherent story and contextualize the officers’ decisions.

Footage in this video has been obtained directly from the relevant law enforcement agency.

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0:00 Our BCW Intro
0:21 Pointing Out Car Damage
3:22 Investigating the Situation
6:34 The Decision to Arrest
8:52 Our Wrap-Up

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