Can a Senior Citizen Refuse Roadside Sobriety Tests?

Idk where you are, but normally if you refuse a sobriety test, it is almost admitting you are not sober. They will do field tests, possibly haul you into custody, force you to take a test! Seniors get no privileges on this!

However, anyone can refuse sobriety tests…

The problem is, when any given person is pulled over and suspected of DUI, most times they are at the 'point of no return' regarding probable cause and reasonable suspicion, making refusal futile. In most states, your license is revoked on the spot just for refusing, up to one year. Incidentally, if you were really not under the influence and that is why you refused, your license is still revoked. Try explaining to the DMV and your vehicle insurance company, 'I was not DUI; I just decided to be a smartass and refused' when they want to know why your license was revoked.

If you are DUI, you will be arrested, and a warrant will be issued for 'blood draw for blood alcohol content' (BAC). A battle with family will occur until they find out about your current situation.

Addressing the ‘Senior Citizen’ Part of the Question

I am 68. My wife will be 71 soon. Just about every senior citizen I know is way too mature, and has tons of common sense. They all know better than to drive polluted. Most people experience this when they are younger and grow up and learn their lesson. You should be ashamed.

Refusal Options for Seniors

No more than an 18-year-old can. However, if you are unable to perform a physical test, you can still blow into a tube or submit to a blood test. You can also do eye tests or follow verbal commands. Bottom line: if you are suspected of being drunk, you can't get out of tests.

No Age-Related Exemptions

No, there are no age-related exceptions to any traffic laws of any kind. If a senior citizen fails a roadside sobriety test because of a medical condition that makes it impossible to walk heel-toe, they can present medical evidence at the traffic-court hearing.