in most cases officers must obtain a warrant<\/a> before drawing blood if a DUI suspect has refused to submit to testing. Despite concerns from jurisdictions about the amount of time it can take to get a warrant, the ruling dismissed arguments that the body\u2019s rapid metabolism of alcohol creates exigent circumstances.<\/p>\nModernizing the Warrant Process<\/h3>\n
In some jurisdictions, it can take as much as six hours to get a warrant issued, especially late at night when a large number of DUI stops occur. But the STRIKE program has cut that time down to less than an hour, thereby preserving both a suspect\u2019s rights and valuable evidence. In addition, officers report that the expedited process allows them to get back on patrol more quickly.<\/p>\n
Galveston\u2019s program is a great example of how law enforcement departments are using technology to improve safety and better serve their communities. What innovations are helping your community?<\/p>\n