Driving Under the Influence
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU GET PULLED OVER?
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As many people celebrate St. Patrick’s Day during the weekend of March 17, law enforcement will be extra vigilant to find people driving erratically or recklessly. They’ll especially look for people who are driving under or over the speed limit, improperly crossing lanes, or tailgating, just to name a few. All of these behaviors are signs that a driver may be under the influence of alcohol. If you are pulled over after exhibiting the initial signs of drunk driving, there are a few things you can expect. First, the police officer will request your driver’s license, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance. You must provide these documents. At this point, you are detained, but you are not in custody. As a result, the officer is unlikely to read your Miranda rights, but remember that you still have rights. Just for Laughs
Second, the officer will seek out further signs of intoxication, such as slurred speech or the smell of alcohol. The officer will ask you questions related to alcohol, like how much you have had and when, the type of drink, and so on. Answering these questions is completely optional, but the answers may be incriminating. Third, you may be asked to exit your vehicle to perform a field sobriety test. This may be a coordination or balance test. Additionally, the officer may request a Breathalyzer test as a preliminary alcohol screening to measure your blood alcohol content. You have the option to deny this test, as well. MONTSERRAT O S WA L D
If you exhibit the signs of intoxication, the officer can take you into custody. At this point, the officer will read your Miranda rights and charge you with driving under the influence. If you are arrested, you will be required to take a blood or breath test at the police station.
As always, you should never get behind the wheel if you have been drinking. The best way to avoid a DUI charge is to simply not drive under the influence. However, regardless of your decision, it’s important to keep in mind that your rights remain intact when you are pulled over.
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INGREDIENTS
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3/4 cup corn kernels
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2 teaspoons granulated garlic 2 teaspoons granulated onion
2 tablespoons flaky sea salt 1 teaspoon black sesame seeds 2 teaspoons white sesame seeds
1/3 cup canola oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1. In a small skillet over medium heat, toast sesame seeds. Shake skillet often and cook until white seeds are golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and add garlic, onion, and salt. 2. In a large saucepan, combine corn kernels and oil. Cook over medium-high heat, covered, until corn kernels start to pop. Once popping, continue cooking and shaking the pan intermittently until popping ceases, about 3–5 minutes. 3. Transfer popcorn to a large mixing bowl. Pour in butter and toss to coat. Finally, add seasoning, toss again, and serve. INSPIRED BY FOOD & WINE MAGAZINE.
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