Anyone who has seen the footage of Jon Jones’ latest arrest in New Mexico doesn’t need a judge or jury to tell them that Jones’ actions have led him into another sadly familiar legal situation. While speculation about possible consequences has run rampant, it may be helpful to review the legal framework of the charges that Jones is facing, the tests that the police administered, specific mistakes that Jones made, and possible legal defenses.
Initiating a DUI Investigation
Police cannot just pull over and investigate drivers arbitrarily; they need to be able to articulate a “reasonable suspicion” to explain what caused them to apprehend a driver.