What instruction is typically given to the driver during a DWI stop?

During a DWI stop, one of the standard instructions given to the driver is to place the vehicle in park and shut off the engine. This action serves multiple important purposes.

First, it ensures the immediate safety of both the driver and the officer conducting the stop. By placing the vehicle in park and turning off the engine, there is a reduced risk of unintended movement, which could occur if the driver remained in gear or kept the engine running. This helps to create a controlled environment where the officer can conduct their investigation without the danger of the vehicle rolling or the driver suddenly accelerating.

Second, shutting off the engine removes distractions and noise that might impede communication between the officer and the driver. It also makes it clear that the driver is complying with the officer’s instructions, which can help de-escalate any potential tension during the encounter.

This instruction is a standard protocol during DWI stops to promote safety and compliance. The other options, while they may have their own contexts, are not typically part of the standard instructions given during a DWI stop.