In this bodycam breakdown, we analyze a traffic stop that took place late at night in Sea Girt, New Jersey. A patrol officer pulled over a black sedan after noticing a broken rear taillight and observing the vehicle traveling 10 mph under the speed limit, which caused a backup in traffic. Upon approaching the passenger side window, the officer noticed the driver appeared confused and sluggish. After the driver struggled to provide valid documentation, backup arrived to assist with a driving while intoxicated investigation. The suspect claimed to suffer from gout but attempted the field sobriety tests, ultimately failing the walk and turn and stating an inability to complete the one leg stand. The suspect was placed under arrest, and a search of the vehicle revealed two bottles of alcohol on the floorboards. At headquarters, the suspect was processed and read their rights in Spanish. The individual repeatedly interrupted the breath test observation period by burping, resulting in a refusal charge. Multiple traffic summonses were issued before the suspect was released. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty

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