You're going down the street. Coming from down the street. >> Yeah. It's not that far of a place. It's just down the street. >> Have you been drinking? >> Under the legal limit. >> Under the legal limit. Which >> which is what? 02 012. Yeah. I've been doing that. >> 40s and shorties. Huh? Bad decisions and good times. >> What you been doing right now? >> I feel that bro. On a Saturday night in Las Cruus, New Mexico, officers from the Las Cruus Police Department responded to a single vehicle accident involving 19-year-old Christopher Salis. What began as a routine response to a tire blowout would evolve into a driving while intoxicated arrest that highlights New Mexico's strict underage drinking and driving laws. The interaction that followed demonstrates both effective community policing and the serious consequences facing young drivers who consume alcohol. This footage was obtained through public records request. >> What's going on, guys? Well, I was turning this inside corner, hit the [ __ ] corner, flipped my [ __ ] and I busted my tire. >> So, you were on foothills making a left turn? >> Yeah, I was taking a left turn, sir. And I [ __ ] busted that [ __ ] turning in. My mom's on the way with the tow truck tow truck. >> The officers arrived to find Salis' vehicle disabled with a blown front tire after he reportedly struck a curb while making a left turn. Notice the officer's initial approach. He maintains a safe distance while assessing the scene for any immediate dangers. This is standard procedure for traffic accident response. Salas immediately provides an explanation claiming he swerved to avoid a cat in the road. While this may seem like a reasonable explanation, officers are trained to look for indicators of impairment during any traffic incident. >> The Marine Corps office today. >> I was like, what have you guys been doing today, bro? Oh my god. >> I a closed case and everything. >> Where's your mom at? >> She man. >> From where? Uh, she coming up down this way from L. >> Okay. >> Yeah. Hey, but all I'm saying is, but as long as you can help me out, please. >> How old are you? >> 19. >> You got your license on you >> doing the whip. >> It's inside. >> Yeah. >> All right. Go get it. >> I just down to follow me. >> Yeah. >> Yeah. Follow me. Like I was saying though, is just [ __ ] put the corner, man. Wow. It's my pride joy right here, bro. >> We have a second 47. >> Sorry. What was that? >> You asked for my ID, right, sir? >> Yep. >> Over here. >> I know. You feel the right tire. >> I got you over here. >> Do me a favor, bro. stand over there cuz I don't want you to get hit by a car. What about the insurance registration? You got that, too? >> Oh, sir. Hey, Averson. Do what he says. Go stand over there >> cuz I don't want you to get hit by a car, man. There's >> there's a little bit of traffic, but still. >> Under New Mexico, law drivers under 21 years of age are prohibited from operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content of 02% or higher, significantly lower than the 08 limit for adults over 21. As the officer requests Salis's license and registration, we can observe several potential indicators that may have alerted the officer to possible impairment. >> There you go. >> Uh there's two copies. There you go. >> Find your insurance for me. >> Oh, that's it right there, brother. >> So, this is all Okay. >> Yes, sir. It's all you >> here. Yes, sir. Gotcha. >> Sorry about the inconvenience, brother. >> Okay, this is insurance expired. already have the new one. >> There's a new one. I could give you the new one to my phone. Is it cool if I make a phone call to get the new one? I just have to get the password to my >> Yeah, that's fine. Let me let me see your license while you do that. >> I will, sir. I'm sorry about all the inconvenience. Here you go. Let me just make this call so I can get that. Your mom's coming from Maceia. >> Yeah, but she's not part of my uh insurance plan. >> Okay. >> So, it's still loaded. >> Yeah. Look at that. Can you show me All right, done play, bro. >> Okay. >> Sorry about the way. >> Uh, I don't know if you want me to enter it into my state farm app or if I enter it into your computer. >> Do or what? >> Well, I mean, >> the insurance or what? >> Yeah. Yeah. >> Yeah. Let me just put your phone right so I can look at your insurance. Sir, sorry for them, SP me for all that. Hey, bro, why don't you just go chill over there? Take a real quick. How you doing, brother? >> Pretty good yourself, man. >> Pretty good. >> One second, bro. >> All right. You going to grab her phone? >> You get all the information. >> Yeah. Just go to hang out by your car. Call your mom, see where she's at. How long it going to take her to get here so we can talk to her. Okay. >> For sure. Anything else I could provide you guys? >> That's it for right now. Yep. Yeah. Like you said, just call your mom, man. So, let me know if you guys need anything, man. >> I will give this guy. >> Yeah, he's driving and said he he's uh northbound here on on uh Foothills, makes a left turn, cut it too short. >> But he actually went off the road here. >> Oh, okay. Busted up that front tire. >> Yeah, >> but he's 47. >> Yeah. So, I was with Gotti. He said that you take the 47. I'll take the crash. >> I was I got the crash cuz I already got a statement already. He's going on his way from the 47. >> Yeah. >> All right. I was about to start the >> Yes. >> Christopher Solace. He looks familiar. >> You think you'll do besties? >> I don't know. But you you got a strong order and just talking. >> At this point in the interaction, the officer has likely detected the odor of alcoholic beverages. One of the most common indicators used to establish reasonable suspicion for further investigation. When directly asked about drinking solace makes a critical admission, he states he's been drinking but claims to be under the legal limit, citing the correct 002 threshold for his age. This demonstrates he's aware of the law but has chosen to drive after consuming alcohol. From a legal perspective, this emission alone provides a probable cause for further investigation as any detectable amount of alcohol for a driver under 21 can constitute a violation. I was >> going to my homie's house down the street, man. >> Okay. And where were you coming from, though? It's coming from from a girl's house. Down the street. >> So you're going down the street. Coming from down the street. >> Yeah. It's not that far of a place. Just down the street. >> Oh, okay. >> Down there by Shore. >> It's my mama. Don't even >> Okay. No, I'm not. >> Like I was saying. >> Uh-huh. >> Down the street. >> Like I was saying, >> mom. >> Okay. What's going on? >> So, here's the thing. How old are you, Mr. Solace? I'm 19. >> You're 19? Okay. Well, obviously he crashed the car, so that's that's why we're here. >> Okay. >> I just I just called pick it up right now. >> Okay. Hold on. So, he's clearly intoxicated. So, what we're going to do is some standard filter soiety test on him. >> Do it. Let's get it. >> All right. So, my partner's going to going to help out with that. All right. >> Cuz I'm telling you that [ __ ] cat there's a cat in the road. >> Okay. Have you been drinking? >> Under the legal limit. >> Under the legal limit. which is >> which is what 002 012. >> Yeah, I've been doing that. >> But nothing over above cuz I guarantee you watch me pass it. >> Okay, >> let's get it. >> Well, I hope you do, man. >> So, I hope I do it now. >> That's what I'm saying. That's the only way we going get through this. >> Yeah, >> man. I feel like I'm attack. The [ __ ] cat passed out. I saved the life. >> Let's do this. Let's get it over. Come on. We just go over >> ma'am if you want to stay over here just so we can >> shoot my balance out. >> Okay ma'am. >> So if you want to hang out on this side just cuz I don't tr I don't trust you. >> I already called the trainers are coming. >> Okay. So you you called them yourself. >> Okay. Awesome. >> I'm going to hang out with him just for observing. >> What? What did he tell you? >> Who? >> Your son. Mr. Christopher >> that somebody the cat jumped over whatever on the street. playing. >> So, first thing I'm going to do, man, I'm just going to check your eyes real quick. >> Check my eyes. >> All right. So, do me a favor. Just sit focus on the tip of my pin right here. It's going to be your stimulus. Okay. Just while you're while I'm moving this side to side. >> Yeah. >> You're going to move it and follow it with your eyes. >> Follow your finger. >> Yeah, >> pretty much. >> Move your eyes only, keeping your head still. Do you understand? I >> understand. Move it. >> All right. I'm going to hold it still real quick. >> Move it. The officer now transitions to standardized field sobriety tests beginning with a horizontal gaze nagmus or HGN test. This test checks for involuntary jerking of the eyes which becomes more pronounced when a person is impaired by alcohol. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recognizes three standardized tests. The HGN, the walk and turn, and the one leg stand. Notice how the officer provides clear instructions and ensures Solace understands before beginning each test. This is crucial for the test to be considered a valid evidence in court. Not bad. I keep looking at you. You were you going to give this gentleman a right to do? >> Ask me. Come on. You go with me. >> Come over here, bud. >> You have an ID license on you, bud? >> Negative, sir. >> Let me get your information real quick. >> And it was just you two, right? >> Yes, sir. >> And you're not hurt from the crash? >> Negative. >> Okay. What's your last name, my man? Thoris >> with the knee or with an S or Z >> S. >> First name >> Iverson. >> Your date of birth. >> How long you been doing this, brother? >> I've been doing this for over 15 years. >> 15 years. Yeah. You like it? >> Still here. What's your address, man? >> Um, so uh drive Laame Mesa, Mexico. >> What's the numbers? You want my number two? Give me one second. >> Laame messa. What's the zip code? >> 88044. >> And you're sitting in the right front passenger. >> Simone. >> You have your seat belt on? >> Simone. >> Okay. Do you know your social? Uh, carefully cross. There's no cars coming in. Go hang out in the uh SUV. She says she's going to give you a ride home. Okay. >> Coming out. Okay. Um, okay. Thank you. >> You're not at the You're not forward. >> No. Sir, >> continue to follow it until I tell you the other way. Sir, >> follow it. >> I'm nervous. >> I understand. I'm giving you instructions. They're simple instructions. Okay. >> And I am following. >> Okay. Follow stimulus. >> Okay. Follow. Thank you. I'm going to do the same thing, but I'm going to go up. Okay. Do >> you think? >> Yeah. Then follow this. Keep your head still. Move your eyes only. Okay. >> Okay. >> Throughout this process, Salaz continues to be cooperative, which will work in his favor during the grading portion of this analysis. During the walk and turn test, officers look for eight specific clues of impairment, including inability to maintain balance during instructions, starting too soon, stopping while walking, and improper turn. Salas exhibits multiple clues during this test. All right, go and relax for me. Okay, >> just hang out here, right? You got three cop cars in my mom. Yeah, >> like that. It's me at home. >> Should I be worried? >> All right, there. >> Should I be worried, fam? >> For what? >> See, three cop car got my mama crying. >> You got your mama crying? >> Exactly. Should I be worried? >> Look what you did to your car, man. >> I know what I done. >> We got to do our job, man. If you're not doing your job. I'm asking you questions, man. >> If you're not in an am influence, you have nothing to worry about, right? >> That's all right. >> That's what I'm saying. >> Let's go on to the next test. >> Let's go to the next test. What's your first name? Chris. >> Christopher. >> Christopher. Cool, man. >> K R A S T O P H E R. >> All right. So, for this next one, I'm going to put you in a in a position and I'm going to have you stay in that position. Okay. >> Yes, sir. >> So, what I'm going to have you do is I'm going to have you imagine a straight line in front of you. >> You're going to have me imagine a straight line, correct? No. Put me on a straight line. >> You want to be on a straight line? >> Are you kidding me? Hold that. What that? >> Look, there's a straight line right there. >> Cool. What I'm going to have you do, man. >> All right, man. >> What I'm going to have you do is imagine a straight line in front of you. >> What you're going to do is you're going to place your left foot on that line. >> Let's go. >> And you're going to listen. Listen. You're going to imagine a straight line. >> All right, man. >> And you're going to put your left foot on that line. And you're going to put your right foot in front touching heel to toe. >> Sir, >> while doing so, you're going to keep your arms down by your side. Go ahead and put get in that position right now. Put imagine a straight line. Put your left foot on that line with your right foot in front. Stay in this position position. >> Yeah. >> Tell you stay stay in this position until I tell you to begin the test. Do you understand? >> I understand. >> Okay. So, for demonstration purposes, I'm only going to do three steps. However, you are going to do nine. All right. So, what you're going to do is you're going to take nine heel totoe steps forward. While doing so, you're going to touch heel to toe with each step. You're going to count each step out loud. >> I get it. I get it. >> Okay. Get back into the stance for me. Left foot on that line, right foot in front. Touch it. >> Can I get an actual line? >> No. >> No. >> No. >> Use that line on the sidewalk. >> I'm going to use this line all the way over there. >> Just use this line on the sidewalk. >> All right. Thank you, bro. >> I appreciate it. >> Like, what the [ __ ] is that? >> You have your line. Left foot on that line, right foot on in front, touching heel to toe. Put your arms down by your side. Do so now. >> Stay in this position until you tell you to begin the test. Get back in that position until I tell you to begin the test. Okay. So, that was not >> Tell me when to begin. Sir, >> I will tell you when to begin, but what I need you to do is I need you to stand in this position. >> Okay. Left foot on the line, right foot in front, touching heel to toe with your arms down by your side. Do that now and stay in that position. >> Just do it now. >> Not. >> No. >> So, how you want it, man? >> Left foot on the line, right foot in front touching heel to toe with your arms down by your side. >> Line, bro. >> Right foot in front touching heel to toe with your arms down by your side. Stay in that position until I tell you to begin. Stay there until I tell you to begin the test. >> Do you understand? I >> understand, sir. But you give me a lot of anxiety right now. >> Okay. >> Let me let me give you that. >> All right. Stay in this position until I tell you to begin the test. >> What you're going to do is you're going to take nine heel totoe steps forward. While doing so, while doing so, you are going to keep your >> Will you let me explain the the instructions or you going to keep talking over me? >> I'm >> your decision. Stop talking to me. Ma'am. >> Hey, don't talk to my mom. >> Ma'am, you're going to have to go back to your >> Don't talk to my mother like that. >> Chill out before I put you in, bro. Ma'am, you got to go back over there. Go to the SUV. You're making it worse. >> Go back. >> My bad. That's my mom. I understand. I get it. I get it. I get it. Listen to me. >> We're being cool with you. All right. You guys are >> He's explaining instructions. Stay in that position. Don't move until he tells you otherwise. Once he says begin the test, >> then you begin. All right, dude. >> Can you lift your hand off that? We good? >> My radio? >> Yeah, for sure, bro. >> Chris, >> I'll lift off my radio. >> Mr. Ready? >> So, we good? We going to get this test going? >> Let's get it done. >> All right, let's do it. >> Let's get it, bro. >> My bad, man. That's my mom. >> I understand, man. You have your straight line. Left foot on that line, right foot in front, touching heel to toe with your arms down by your side. For demonstration purposes, I'm only going to do three steps. However, you are going to do nine. >> You done show me I will demonstrate. Yes, sir. >> Okay. It's going to be in the following manner. 100 one 1002 1003 and so on and so forth till you get to nine. >> You're gonna take a series of small steps turning yourself around and >> and take nine heel to toe steps back. One two three. While doing this test you are going to touch heel to toe nine steps. You're going to keep your arms down by your side. Can you get back in position for me? >> Yes sir. I'll just listen to you. >> Okay. And you're not going to stop the test once you begin. Do you understand? I understand sir. >> Okay. You may begin. >> Okay. 1,000 1,0023 4 6 7 8 9 turn around right just like I did one >> the one leg stand test follows where officers observed for swaying, using arms, for balance hopping, or putting the foot down. Based on the officer's subsequent decision to arrest it, appears solace showed sufficient clues to establish probable cause for arrest. It's important to know that these tests, while standardized, are not perfect indicators of impairment, and can be challenged in court based on various factors, including medical conditions, footwear, and testing surface conditions. Step back, man. I can't see your badge name from here. >> My name's not on my badge. My name's Guadama, though. >> Guadama. >> Nice name, bro. >> You got a first name? >> Did you know that girl that passed by earlier, man, in like a Chrysler 300 or no, a Chrysler 200? Sorry. You're talking about the one that passed away. >> Yeah, the silver one that passed through earlier. >> I do. >> You know who she is? >> Yeah. >> Oh, okay. Well, she's coming to check on you, man. Well, >> we'll let you talk. >> I don't know. >> Oh, you don't know them? >> I guarantee you for a fact. I don't know that >> she called you by your name. >> Is she? >> Yeah. She said, "Chris, are you all right?" I'm mining. >> Honestly, >> I don't care. >> I mean, I be chilling with girls all day, all the week. I don't really know. >> She knew you, man. >> I guarantee she does. >> All right. Do just one more. Okay. >> I guarantee you is young one day. >> Hey, just one more. Okay. >> Got one more test, right? All right. >> So, what what this one is one leg stand. Boom. So, what I'm going to have you do is just put your feet down together. >> I mean, air forces, I mean, you know, they on balance and [ __ ] >> I know. >> Feet together, arms down by your side. >> Let me get your boot. Maybe I'll be more comfortable. >> No. >> Feet together, arms down by your side. You're going to stay in this position until I tell you to begin the test. Okay. >> All right. So, while doing so, you're going to lift the leg of your choice, left or right. You're going to lift it approximately 6 in above the ground. >> And I'm supposed to stay steady. >> While doing so, you're going to keep your toe pointed forward. You're going to keep your foot parallel to the ground. >> Let's get it. While doing so, you're going to get back in the position for me. >> Go, go, go. >> I'm ready. >> Get back in the position for me, sir. Thank you, sir. >> While doing so, you're going to look down at the tip of your toe of the elevated foot. You're going to keep your arms down by your side, and you're going to count out in the following manner. 1,00 1 1,002 1,00 3 and so on until I tell you to stop. >> Also, while conducting the test, you are not going to put your foot down. Do you understand? Do I understand? >> Okay. Give me just a second. Okay. And I'll tell you when to begin. All right, man. When you're ready, just go and lift each foot just like I demonstrated. Cool. >> You said start from 10,000. >> Do I need to explain the sit the instructions again? >> I just ask a simple question. My bad. >> I know. I know. But did you would you like me to explain again? >> Yeah, actually. Yes. >> Cool. >> All right. >> So, like I said, feet together. Do so like I am. >> And you you're going to lift a leg of your choice, >> left or right. While doing so, you are going to keep your elevated toe pointed forward, keeping your foot parallel to the ground. While doing this, you're going to look down at your elevated foot. You're going to keep your arms down by your side, and you're going to count out in the following manner. 1,00 1 1,002 100 3 and so on until I tell you to stop. Okay, >> sir. >> While doing this, you are not going to put your foot down until you've completed the test. Do you understand? I >> understand. >> Okay. Give me just a second. Okay. All right, ma'am. on you. Go ahead. >> 10,000 9,000 8,000 7,000 6,000 7 5,000 4,000 3,000 2,000 1,000,000 zero. You got me hella nervous, bro. But look at that's good ass stance. 1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000 5,000. Now I done went back. >> All right, sounds good, man. >> Bro, I'm telling you, I'm good, bro. >> Okay, >> I didn't hit the curb accidentally. >> I know, man. Do me a favor. Do face away from me. >> You kill me, bro. You kidding me, bro? Bro, you didn't do very well, man. It's not a pass a fail test, but you >> kidding me, man. >> Unfortunately not, man. Gotcha. >> Hold on one sec. Hold on one sec. Hold on. Don't turn around. Don't turn around. Hold on. >> Don't turn around. Hold on. >> Don't turn around and do not tense up on me. You understand me? Do not let me thump you in front of your mom. You chill out. >> You don't bond, right? >> No, ma'am. >> What? >> No. >> What's that? >> I said no. Bro, this is your job. I understand. You got anything in your pockets that we can give to your mom, man? >> I wish. >> We can take your phone to the DC. I'll give it some. Yeah. Give my mom my necklace. >> Yeah, I'll give her this, man. Don't worry about it. >> Cuz man, I want God to be with her. Give that [ __ ] to her. >> You got earrings on or anything? >> Nah, bro. Just a chain. >> Just a chain. >> Just a chain. >> All right. >> Uh, we'll throw him in my unit. Uh, since it's a crash, I'll get him medically clear. >> Uh, Serge. Uh, has it >> Sarge has it? So, um, >> one sec. >> Uh, I'll take him here. Um, Sarge said he's going to do the crash and then, uh, figure out the paperwork, man. All right, let's go over here, man. >> Go to home. Don't worry about it. >> You go home. I got people taking care of you. Go home. Exactly. I got people taking care of you. Go home. >> Hang out right here. I already dye, >> sir. Let me get put you in there real quick. >> All right. Go ahead and have a seat and I'll give your mom your necklace. All right, dude. Oh, you know what? He has to blow first. I forgot. We got to get him to blow. >> You just want to go 81? >> Yeah, we'll go 81. This one doesn't work, huh? >> No. >> No, we'll go west. >> Based on the totality of circumstances, the accident order odor of alcohol, admission of drinking, and the performance of field sobriety tests, the officer makes the decision to arrest Salas for driving while intoxicated. Notice the professional manner in which the arrest is conducted. The officer clearly explains what's happening and read Sales is Mirandaized as required following custodial arrest. Salas remains cooperative throughout. Which is the smartest approach in this situation? Resisting arrest or becoming argumentative would only add additional charges and escalate the situation. >> We're going to take him to the station, do the test that he needs, and then I got to take him to the hospital so he can get cleared medically and then take him to the DC. Once he gets to DC, then he can give you a phone call and let you know what's going to >> cuz he was in a crash. So, we have to get him medically cleared or the detention center won't take him. >> Okay. So, can I have your business card or something? >> Yeah. That way I know where I can find find money. >> Yeah. So, I'll tell you what. Right here. >> This is more than likely going to be our our tow company. >> Yeah. >> My Oh, you know what? >> Oh, action towing. >> I guess it is action. >> Okay. >> So, yeah, my sergeant will give you a business card. He'll give you a tow sheet that will have the case number. >> Okay. >> All right. >> Okay. I'll wait for it. >> All right, ma'am. Oh, yeah. You can charge him under it. >> Yeah. >> And then, but it's got to be your all the same. >> Okay. >> And then I'll be uh see You want to log the depth time now or you want to do it at the station? >> Whatever you want. >> You tell me how. >> I'll do the I'll help you with the paperwork if you take it. But I I'll I'll get to it. >> Wait. Say that again. >> So, like if the 15's under your name, then I'll I'll do all I'll help you with all the paperwork. >> Show me how to do the paperwork. Since you did SPSS, you have to be the 15ian officer. But if you show me how to do the paperwork, you know what I mean? >> Yeah. >> Uh, we'll do it at the station. >> Oh, okay. Dep time at the station. All right. >> And the east, doesn't it have a a machine? >> No. >> Copy that. Okay. >> Yeah, she's fine, man. >> She's waiting for the tow sheet so she knows where the vehicle is getting towed to 816. I have the 15 in route west 81. >> What's up, bro? Why you taking my brother, bro? Like, >> cuz cuz he's he's uh he's been drinking. Do me a favor before you find yourself in any trouble. Head back over to the car. Okay. Stay over there. >> All right. >> So, what's going to happen with the car? >> It's going to get towed. >> Okay, that's it. All right. >> Let me finish the paperwork, but you ready to get loaded up. >> See you on a motorcycle. >> Oh, I know, man. >> So, let me finish up. >> Okay. >> I'll get you your paperwork sign, but in the meantime, you can get it loaded up. >> Yeah. Well, >> yeah, that it is. >> Yeah. >> What's that, man? >> I I don't, bro. And right now, uh, we can't give you any Juniper. >> What's that, man? >> I had a phone call, bro. You do get a phone call once you get to the jail, man. Sir, >> once you get to the DC, they'll give you a phone call, man. I told your mom you'd call her and let her know what's going on. >> I'm glad. I want to call my grandma. >> Oh, okay. Well, you can call your grandma, but you got to wait till you get to the detention center. >> All right, man. >> Yeah. Thank you. >> Huh? >> I appreciate you being >> No problem, man. Changing the face for school. All right. Oh, just go right over here, dude. >> Follow you, big bro. >> Yeah, we're going to we'll wait right here. My partner will let us in, man. >> Yo, bro, >> what's up, dude? >> Down to Fairmind. >> What's that? >> I was going to try to twist my wrist, but >> we can fix them. I'll fix them. >> You done? >> Yeah, I'll help you out, dude. >> Thank you. You just you be cool with us and continue to be cool with us and retired, bro. >> You have been, man. I mean, you got a little frustrated, but I mean, I get that. >> It's the officer that did the >> she on the curb. >> No, no, no. Let's go this way, man. >> Who that? >> Let's go this way, man. >> 40s and shorties, huh? >> Guess that's >> bad decisions and good times. >> Guess that's what it is, man. >> You got to keep them. You want me to put my key? Should I put my key? >> Turn around then. >> I think I recognize you. Turn around. Face this place. Am I right or wrong? >> You're absolutely wrong. >> That's what we should always say. I do recognize her. >> From where? Lying, bro. >> You wouldn't want me to tell you from where? >> That's why she hiding behind the office. >> I don't know, man. Man, I seen that girl that rolled up on the track. >> You need help with that key? >> You the right key. >> You need help? >> Oh, no. That wasn't the n >> I got you, bro. I can help you up. >> Sorry, sir. >> This way, dude. >> You [ __ ] back? >> Probably use a lot. >> You're good, man. You got to clinch up on me like that. I'm >> not clenching my [ __ ] >> are you? >> What the [ __ ] dude? Did they change the locks? >> Probably. >> Probably fired. >> I see you. >> Nah, bro. >> You got your kids names on your wrist. >> Hell yeah. >> You have your access card. >> Call him up. Call him up when you're walking. >> Let's go. >> Now, let's see if we can get in the other door. >> Yeah. You want to take him out? >> Or won't. I will. Is this one access card right here, too? >> No. >> No. Cuz I don't have a key, dude. I'll get it down right here, man. Come this way. Go ahead. Have a seat. Ready? Go ahead. Have a seat. You got to You got to be cuffed to the bench, man. So, I'm not going to be able. >> Nah, you have to, man. Policy. Go ahead and have a seat. Have a seat. What does that mean? >> Have a seat. All right. Go ahead and turn that way so I can There you go. Come to that [ __ ] right there. I text 821 but probably start check his mouth >> stick out your tongue man I just got to make sure you got to make sure you have nothing in there dude >> I'm going to write text >> what's that >> why am I going to open my mouth >> because I got to make sure you have nothing in there >> bro I ain't got nothing >> all right man so dude >> all I got mouth hold Dude, some water and I open my mouth, but I got mouth. Can I get some water? >> Let me explain something to you. >> I got to make sure you have nothing in your mouth. I got to do a defation period. >> I got to do a defformationation period. >> Can I get some water? >> No, dude. I'm trying to explain to you >> after I do this. Can I get some open gradually? >> Are Are you willing to blow in a breathalyzer machine? Yes or no? >> Are you willing to blow in a breathalyzer machine? Yes or no? Go ahead and stick out your tongue, >> man. All I want is some water, bro. I got condom. That's all I want. A16 central fa log depre now that he's in a >> I just put it right that Salah's mother arrives at the scene having been contacted earlier about bringing a tow truck for the vehicle. The officers handle the family interaction professionally, allowing brief communication while maintaining custody procedures. This demonstrates good community policing, treating the resty with dignity while still enforcing the law. Under New Mexico's DWI statute, a first offense for an underage driver typically results in license revocation for one year fines up to $500. Mandatory DWI education programs and possible jail time up to 90 days. >> I know. >> Chill out, dude. >> I'm trying, bro. Assh, bro. Water. >> Yeah, but there's reasons why we do what we do. >> I know, man. >> Bro, look. I told you I owed you when your child is here. >> So, is is that your >> No, no, I still owe you. I was going to say, >> hey, bro. So, after unfortunately for this like deprivation 20 minutes or whatever, um we can't have you drink or chew gum or anything like that, but once we're done with that, we'll get you a cup of water. Okay. >> Appreciate you. >> Mhm. >> What about her back there? >> What's up? >> I'm asking what about her back there? >> She's not here, man. >> I recognize her. >> Okay. Well, I ask that you don't address her. Cool. >> I have the right to say whatever I want. >> You do, but I'm asking you. I'm asking you as a man. I don't like you, bro. >> All right, cool. No water, bro. >> Too easy. No water. You can sit in here. You can sit in here. >> Be respectful. >> I'm trying, man. I'm trying. >> No, you're acting like a child. >> All right. >> All right. >> I understand that. You know, >> you don't see me disrespect me. >> You don't like >> Yeah. You don't see me disrespecting that girl, right? >> You don't see your mom, right? I hope not. You didn't see me, right? Okay. You would expect me to change your mind. >> You do not recognize her. >> Okay. Be respectful just like the same respect you expect when you treat your mom. All right. Okay. I don't again at that point in time it want to fix it. I'll fix it right away. You want to find out. Okay. So, what I'm going to do is I'm going to take you out by yourself right there. what you want to do. >> If I wanted to, I would have done. >> If I wanted to hurt you, I would have done >> your little boy. You're 140,000. >> I got about 90. Relax. You expect me to teach? Treat everybody with that respect. That's all I'm asking. All right, Chris. >> All right. I appreciate you. Continue showing that respect. >> Hey, >> what's up? What? >> Oh, you're expert. >> If I plug in your group, >> how do I download it? >> Hey, I got to go get something. I don't. >> But like if it's going to minimize the consequences for driving that's my job. >> Okay. So you don't want to take the test, right? That's what you just said. >> I'm not agreeing to that. >> But I'm just saying no. All right. I cannot force you >> to take our test, but if you refuse to lose your code driver's license or non-residential privilege for one year, do that, man. >> If you are convicted in court of driving while under influence, you may also receive a greater sentence because you refused. Do you understand? >> That's enough. >> I understand. >> Okay. So, do you now agree to take your test? Yes or no? >> Do I have a right to answer some questions? >> Do you have the right to answer yes or no? Whether you want to agree to take your test or not ask any questions I ask >> actions or refusals. >> So, no. >> Sorry. What was that? >> Your actions have to be taken as a refusal. >> Just do you want to take the test? Yes or no? >> No. Another stick dinner for me. >> You know what? Can you scratch my nose? >> If you can. Yeah, you can scratch your nose if you can. >> You know how long my eye itch after that dead body yesterday? >> I would go to scratch and I like god for like 3 hours and I was trying to scratch my eye. I couldn't [ __ ] with it. Are you for real? >> No, dude. They're really >> Come on, Sergeant. I see the bag. >> Uh-huh. >> Could you please, sir? >> What's that, sir? >> Could you please help me out? >> To do what? >> Scratch my [ __ ] nose. >> Uh, no, sir. I will not scratch your nose, >> obviously. Well, can you tie your little your little pocket right there? >> Okay. You going to be disrespectful? Then our conversation's over, sir. >> Yeah. I'm just asking for help. Someone answer, sir. Disrespectfully, you already >> absolutely not, dude. >> No, I put a cone there. >> Work harder or smarter, not harder. >> Exactly. for me. >> Nah, man. She's on a ride along for fun. >> Got to learn your rope for a minute. >> Nah, man. She doesn't want to be a cop. Be stupid to be a cop. >> She's smart. She's pretty to be a cop. N is the right word, bro. >> So, what is she? Around the block a couple times. >> Dang, bro. I understand. >> She's here for fun, man. >> Going to get hurt. >> How is she going to get hurt? >> Like I said, I recognize her. So, how is that going to get her hurt? You're not a threat, right? >> Never, bro. >> Exactly. So, nothing's going to happen. >> What's that? >> Take me. >> What hospital do you want to go to? >> No. >> Can't do that, man. You make >> me. >> Like I said, which hospital you want to go to? >> For real, for real. >> Yeah. Take me to Memorial. >> You want to go to Memorial? Memorial it is. Exactly. What they going to do on me? >> Going to just make sure you're okay. like off drugs that you see. >> Nah, man. They're going to make sure from the crash that you're all right. >> Well, you can tell them that. You can refuse with them, man. But I got to do it. >> I ain't even trying to give you a hard time, bro. >> I know. >> I recognize that. If I recognize her, other people recognize her. >> Yes, sir. It's a small It Cruises is a small town, man. With that white cop, he might be a boy and [ __ ] but he a [ __ ] >> I don't know, man. He's proven. Why is he? >> Like I said, man, he's proven. >> Why are you so >> What's that? >> Am I? >> Am I? >> Yeah. >> I don't know, man. But like I said, that guy's proven. >> Yeah, he's proving stuff. Memorial or Mountain View, man? >> Memorial. >> All right. >> What's that, man? >> I do, man. But >> I can't, bro. >> What's that? >> 223. 556. >> 223, man. with the 556. >> Yes, sir. >> All right, man. So, we're going to go in here. You should get Let me get around. >> I don't know about all that, man. First time coming back. [ __ ] didn't even get these cuts on me. My [ __ ] hurt. >> Yeah. >> Yeah. >> I mean, so it's depending on what how they feel here, man. >> What's that? >> Got couple rounds, man. Just walk around with what? You know, >> I would hope so. >> All right. >> Yeah. Just in case, man. >> Got to go through training, man. >> We all have to. >> Yeah, we all have to. Got coffee and then cool >> and then city attorney records >> sounds good right there. >> Yeah, dropping it from last night. >> Uh her 15. >> Oh, she asked me to drop it, but I completely forgot. >> Where's that? >> Cinema box. So, you already knew I was going to do it. Like I did I couldn't say no. So, >> I appreciate you, bro. >> Everything and more. What's that? >> Yeah, I did everything. >> Yeah, and more. Absolutely, bro. Absolutely. >> All right, man. I appreciate you. >> Later. >> I think they [ __ ] >> whether they are or not, it's none of your business, bro. So, what about you? You don't you don't think about that type of stuff? >> No, we're not kids, man. >> Exactly. You shouldn't be. >> Yeah. So, for you to think like that, it's pretty childish. >> So, I'm just going to ask you I'm just going to ask you to be quiet for now on. All right, Chris, cuz you tried my patience, man. >> If I am, man, >> I've told you multiple times to be respectful. >> I'm going to quit. You're going to quit what? >> I'm quit talking. >> Appreciate it. >> Happy birthday to you. >> The big one, right? Next year's next year's funeral. >> Yeah, pretty much. >> You've had a chance to talk to her. So, the last three weeks or so, she lives with her mom. She's non comp. >> That's up to them, man. You're under their medical care. So, I don't know if they have that like uh >> test they got to run and if they can give you water or not. You know what I mean? >> Can I ask him real quick? >> Yeah, you can ask her. >> Excuse me. >> Excuse me. Could by chance could I get a cup of water? He said, "Yeah, >> if you're cool with it, I could take him to the fountain right here." >> I think I appreciate you guys. >> It should work. It looks like it works. >> No, it's a it's a sensor, dude. Guess it doesn't work, huh? Let's see where we can get this cup. Where' you say the cups were, John? >> Right here. Oh, look. There's not. >> I'll be back. And then doctor also ordered for a pain shot. Would you like that crisp? >> I would. >> I'm cooling using that cup right there. >> N man, you don't know cuz it is >> rock bottom, I guess, right? >> Sometimes you just need some water. Ah, >> okay. Makes sense. >> I'm going to just stand if that's cool with you. >> I'm good with it, man. >> Thank you. What's your story, bro? >> We're here. Might as well talk. >> What's that? >> What's your story? >> About what, man? >> Where you from? I >> already told you I'm from here, man. >> You grew up here. >> Born and raised. >> It's the greatest. It ain't. Glad you make it out, man. I never hit on a man's hustle. >> I appreciate it, man. Never hat. I'm hustling myself. I contract. See you. How I feel working around here. Work where I live, man. >> Mhm. >> It's all it is. I feel you. It's me and you and not that much alike. Like different. >> Why you say that, man? >> Cuz you both hustling for the same thing. You hustling for your family. >> Money makes the world go around, right? >> It's all it is, bro. I'd dab you up if I could. I can't. That's what it is, man. resources. Okay. This really be a day like 8 through 12. You got 12. You got 8 hours. >> Nah, man. We work tents. You probably can't do it yourself. >> I'm sorry, brother. You going to have to feed me like a child. >> You You have a seat and I'll do it, man. >> All right. I'm cool with it. I mean, >> we're just going to do one. >> I ain't no beggar, man. Beggars can't be choosers, you know. >> Bro, I'm thirsty as [ __ ] Yeah, >> I appreciate you, man. >> No problem, man. >> [ __ ] yeah. >> You just control it, man. You tip it as much as you want. >> That's Gucci. All right, man. We'll we'll leave this right here just in case you need more. >> Appreciate you, bro. >> So, this be 8 hours >> 10. >> You like it? >> It's fine. It's nice. >> What they give you, bro? >> As far as what? >> Like I was asking magazines from J. Say that again, man. I'm sorry. >> Do you have FMJs or do they give you hollowos? >> Can't tell you, man. It's classified information, bro. >> Is it? I don't think that part is. >> Really? I hope they giving you hollowos. >> Tell you they're not. >> They [ __ ] up right there. No, there's politics involved. >> Jackets >> politics involved, man. That >> just curiosity. That's why I asked. >> No, you're good, man. >> It's out here, man. They don't care. I >> think it's everywhere, man. Right now. >> It's everywhere. Huh? >> Yeah, for the most part. But the most particular you ever get [ __ ] like that I'm in the forest what could happen to me. >> I mean you always got to think that man. >> Do you? >> Of course everyone does man. >> You should honestly that's a scary job bro. Like no that's a scary job. >> Fear is what keeps you alive man. >> You got to know how to work through it. >> No keep you alive. That's what keep man that's the thing that keep moving and if you don't learn gather around you you going to learn >> you have to >> you just got to work through it you know >> see man I [ __ ] with you bro I don't never hit on car >> just my partner >> just your partner >> no I [ __ ] with white you f my best friend So, man, >> I was just saying >> I was just saying you just didn't like that officer. >> Oh, yeah. But that's how it go, man. >> You might not like some people around the city that I like. >> Nobody got to compromise for, you know, nobody got >> I mean, I'm sure there's officers that don't like me. There's officers that I don't particularly care for, but we got to work together. >> Certain officers that understand certain people. >> Well, we got to work together. You know what I mean? Sorry, >> but I think you you was the right man for this job, man. Ah, >> I like to think the same sometimes, but I guess we'll find >> Bro, you are cuz to me, man, sometimes they they beating on my cousin. >> Solace is transported first to a medical facility for chemical testing. Under New Mexico's implied consent law, all drivers are deemed to have consented to chemical testing when operating a vehicle. Refusal to submit to testing results in automatic license revocation for one year regardless of whether the driver was actually impaired. The hospital blood draw or breathalyzer will provide definitive blood alcohol content which will be crucial evidence if the case proceeds to based on the officer's comments in the footage. Silus's BAC was significantly above the 002 limit for underage drivers. >> Appreciate that. >> Like I said, there's bad apples in every profession. So >> So I'm telling you, like if that's your uniform, hide her a little bit. >> N she's not in front, man. She just wanted >> She just wanted to figure out >> this is her first day on the job. She want to get learn the ropes. Get it. >> But I'm telling you, man. I done seen that face around. >> Yeah. >> And if I if I don't realize it, >> who do you think I need some? >> I don't know. I don't think you'll remember much of this come tomorrow, man. >> Bro, I'm sober. >> No, you are not. At >> this point, take the fluids. >> It's a daily. All I'm worried about is my mama. >> She'll be all right, man. >> She's at home. She >> Were you and your boy swimming? Is that why he was like >> Yeah, that's why he was naked. We was swimming, bro. Literally was literally taking his ass to the drop off. Now we going to head back to my mom's house. >> You know what [ __ ] don't happen at what it is. Shoot. >> I don't give a [ __ ] cuz I don't want mama happy. >> Oh, that's why I don't. Yes. >> Yeah. Yeah. They're cute. It works. Look, someone's eye open. So, where you work at, man? You say you're going to Oklahoma? >> Yeah, bro. I was honestly I'm not going to go anymore. >> When we were supposed to leave, >> I was doing electrician work all day. >> Oh, okay. But I had a good ass, >> but I was with all the electrician first year in cruises. They put me on over there in Oklahoma people, folks. As they say, I went over there 26 hours, man. I was like, I was proud to be there. >> Good. >> You know how they be there, man. They be they be dissing Mexicans, bro. They don't [ __ ] with them, man. >> I've never been there, man. >> They don't [ __ ] with them at all. They be like, "Man, you brown skin." Like, you go do that nasty ass job. Put you on that work. But I do it. Okay. I do it, bro. And I come back. I just trying to have some fun with my people, man. [ __ ] you know, get caught up. But man, I've been doing my thing. Been working. I be putting on my life. Finally happy. Finally complex. >> Yeah. >> So, she knows what's up. So, I tell her, man, >> she got all all hands on down. All hands on deck from my bank. >> No, I'm sorry. >> And she got all hands on deck from my bank, bro. She need money. That's all her. When are you supposed to go back to Oklahoma? >> In a week. >> Why can't you now? >> Cuz I'm here. Well, >> you're not going to be in jail. >> Off days. I'm on my 8 days off. >> Uh-huh. >> And then I go back for eight. >> Yeah. You're not going to be in jail for >> I'm telling you, you'll probably get out either tomorrow or Monday for sure. >> That's what I'm not even trying to do. That's not my lifestyle right here. This ain't me. Been trying for a reason. I try my hardest to make it off. >> People make mistakes, man. >> Sometimes you need a mistake to put you in the right direction. I get that. I understand that. I don't think beyond this [ __ ] My mama. I put money in 100. I ain't feel [ __ ] No. I do that [ __ ] I ain't begging for forgiveness. I'm just begging for the right righteousness. You know what I mean? It's all it is. But if you if you truthful, 3 days, I'll do it. >> I think 3 days, man. Pretty sure you'll be out Monday for sure, >> man. So, I'm going to go back to get my work done. >> The final destination is the Dona Anna County Detention Center for booking. Throughout this extended interaction, which lasted over an hour, both Salas and the officers maintain remarkably cordial relations. They discuss work, life, and even share some light-hearted moments. This humanizing aspect of the interaction is noteworthy. While the officers are enforcing the law, they treat solace with respect and dignity. This approach often leads to better outcomes for all parties and reflects well on the department's training and culture. >> No, I never worked at a restaurant. >> Oh, that's a surprise. No, wait. >> That's crazy. >> Where'd you start? >> I worked at uh you know Marshalls, the department store. >> Oh, I used the security guard. >> No, no, no. >> I like stocked the shelves, man. I did that for like 6 years. >> Then I worked at a hotel and then I got in with the sheriff's. said, "Fuck it, huh? I couldn't take that test." I >> mean, I was going to school for criminal justice, so >> Yeah. You never smoked. You never did none of that. >> Nope. >> No way. >> You got a straight family? >> What's that? >> You got a straight family. Keep you on a straight road. >> I mean, we grew up kind of rough. I mean, >> yeah. But you got like >> I mean, it's cruises, you know what I mean? >> Yeah. the noise. >> It's already wonderful. Oh yeah, there you go. Work. There you go. That's what I like to hear, dude. >> It's worth noting that New Mexico has one of the highest rates of alcohol-related driving fatalities in the nation with rates double the national average, making DWI enforcement a critical public safety priority. Time for our grades. The Las Cusus police officers receive a B+. They conducted a professional by the book investigation and arrest. The officers maintained excellent demeanor throughout treating Solace with respect while thoroughly investigating the DWI. Christopher Solace receives a C minus. While he remained cooperative and polite throughout the encounter, he made the dangerous decision to drive after drinking while underage. Oh [ __ ] >> 935 941 949. >> I don't know if you're worried about these, but you guys are good. No, I got complained all one time, man. So, I don't turn it on. >> Yep. >> It's the times we live in, man. Everybody's sensitive. I'm even sensitive. So, I'm going to take you to the jail, man. And I I So, pretty much all I know is I turn you over to them. >> Yeah. >> I don't know their processes, man. I I didn't work in the I I've never worked in the jail. There's some officers that used to, but I' I don't know the process, man. I know they'll book you. They'll probably take your picture. >> Other than that, I I don't know what goes on from there. I mean, I know they give you a phone call as well. So, oh man, ready to go home and make beanies. My Friday. >> Payday. >> Nah, it's not payday, man. But it's my Friday. Just just as good as payday. I wish you weren't either, man. But unfortunately, our world's collided tonight. The Las Cruz's Police Department received a B for their apparent training standards and community policing approach demonstrated in this interaction. This case highlights the serious consequences of underage drinking and driving, as well as the importance of professional police conduct during DWI enforcement. While the specific outcome of Salsa's case remains unknown, first-time offenders in New Mexico often qualify for diversion programs that can minimize long-term consequences if successfully completed. >> But yeah, the virus too, man. >> Yes, sir. PD adult mail. >> Thank you. >> Yeah, man. Mainly cuz I have an open wound right now. >> Yeah. So, protects you, protects me. >> I'm a little bit of a germaphobe, too. >> Uh, looks like we have one that's requesting. >> What's that? >> Yeah, you never know, man. Nowadays, >> with everything going on. >> My first time being in the mail. Oh yeah. >> Yeah, bro. >> You mean in the adult side? >> Yeah. >> You've been to Juvie before, I take it. What's up? >> We have to, man. Can't take any weapons in. >> Yeah. Want to stand right there for me, man? Cover me or you want to do you cover me or what? You know, man, I forgot which one's for you. Which one's his? >> This one's for me. But if you could tell the guy to make me a copy. >> Oh, this. Yes, ma'am. >> Yes, sir. The the nurse wants to know if you can make her a copy for her records. >> The prescription? >> Yeah, the prescription. Yes, sir. >> Oh [ __ ] Uh, yes to alcohol. >> No rest. >> Supposed to have $88. >> Can I get you the same real quick? >> Oh, yeah. Most definitely. >> Thank you. >> No, thank you, man. And that's our property. Yeah. Heat. Heat. Heat. Heat. Man, I can never get this to work, bro. >> I have to take >> [ __ ] it. I'll just manually enter. Probably faster this way, huh? >> Probably. >> Is it accurate on the or >> what's that? >> Is it accurate? No, it's like low, >> but >> they calibrated it like >> Oh, no, dog. Absolutely not. >> They're announcing it, dog. You hear that? You know what I'm saying? Like we going to put you back there. We got a first timer in here. >> No, I'm just kidding. Mr. Sauce, >> right? He's like he's like, "Put him. >> Put him with me. Hey, listen to this guy, >> bro. You better talk to him. One DWI. Oh, I can [ __ ] Time has changed since I last been here, I guess. Come on. Nah, it's not. Maybe it's just me, man. No, it's not grabbing it, man. It's not going for some reason. Oh, this change right here. Wow. Bill collector's jam. >> Well, let us know if there's an interaction or legal topic that you would like us to discuss in the comments below. Thank you for watching and don't forget to check out our second channel, Audit the Court, for even more police interaction and courtroom content. >> Please wait to continue. >> Give me a bag. He's not taking it. >> Is he in the system already? Can you give me the info for uh you need you need that from me? Do you want me to fill this out, man? Like >> the 20s, number of 20s and stuff like that. >> Oh, okay. All right. So, there's that. And here's his property. the screen back to school. Yeah. Now, let's examine the legal implications of this case. Under New Mexico statute 668102, Salis faces several potential charges. First, driving while intoxicated as a person under 21 with a BAC above. 02%. This is a misdemeanor offense carrying mandatory penalties. Second, he could face additional charges for the property damage from hitting the curb, though this appears to be minor. The key evidence against him includes his own admission to drink in a fail field sobriety test and most critically the chemical test results showing a BAC significantly above the legal limit for his age group. From a constitutional perspective, his arrest appears legally sound. The fourth amendment requires reasonable suspicion for a stop and probable cause for an arrest. Here the officers had both uh the accident provided reasonable suspicion and the totality of circumstances including the odor of alcohol, admission of drinking and the failed sobriety test established probable cause. The Miranda warnings were properly given post arrest satisfying fifth amendment requirements. The search of his vehicle was limited to obtaining documentation which is permissible under Pennsylvania versus Mims and related case law. Looking at potential legal outcomes as a first-time DWI offender under 21 in New Mexico, Salas faces several mandatory penalties if convicted. These include license revocation for one year with no possibility of a limited license, fines ranging from 250 to $500 plus court cost, mandatory attendance at a DWI school, and a victim impact penal substance, abuse screening, and any recommended treatment, 24 hours of community service, minimum and possible jail time up to 90 days, though first offenders rarely serve the maximum. Additionally, he'll likely be required to install an ignition interlock device when his driving privileges are eventually restored. However, New Mexico offers several diversion programs for first-time offenders that could significantly reduce these consequences. The pre-rosecution diversion program, if available in Donana County, would allow him to avoid formal charges by completing education and community service requirements. Alternatively, a deference agreement could result in dismissal of charges upon successful completion of probation terms. Given his cooperation, clean record, and family support evident in the video, Salas would likely be an excellent candidate for such programs. His employment situation in Oklahoma, which he mentions during the arrest, could also be a factor the court considers in structuring any sentence to allow him to maintain employment. Time for our comprehensive grading. The Las Cruis's police officers receive a B+. They conducted a professional by the book investigation and arrest. The officers properly established reasonable suspicion and probable cause, administered field sobriety tests according to NHTSA standards, provided clear Miranda warnings, and maintained exceptional professionalism throughout. They treated Salas with dignity and respect, demonstrating excellent community policing, minor deductions for some procedural informality during testing and extended detention time, though this actually worked in everyone's favor by maintaining calm. Christopher Salis receives a C minus. While his cooperation and respectful demeanor throughout the encounter prevented escalation and likely helped his legal situation, he made the inexcusable decision to drive after drinking while underage. His admission that he knew the legal limit was 02 shows he understood the law but chose to violate it anyway. He put himself and others at risk by driving impaired evidenced by the accident. However, he handled the arrest perfectly, remaining calm, following instructions, and treating officers with respect. This cooperation will likely benefit him in court proceedings. The Las Cruus Police Department receives a B for their apparent training standards and community policing approach. The officers demonstrated solid knowledge of DWI investigation procedures, constitutional requirements, and deescalation techniques. The department's culture appears to emphasize treating suspects with dignity while still enforcing the law. The friendly conversational approach used here while maintaining professionalism reflects well on departmental training. Room for improvement exists in ensuring all field sobriety tests are conducted with complete formality to avoid any potential legal challenges. Based on typical case patterns in New Mexico and the specific factors present here, we can make some educated predictions about the likely outcome. Given that this appears to be Solless's first offense, his young age, his cooperation with police, and his employment status, he will most likely be offered a plea agreement rather than face trial. The prosecution has strong evidence with his admission, failed tests, and chemical results. However, firsttime offenders rarely receive maximum penalties. Most likely, Alcamalas will plead to the DWI charge in exchange for probation with no jail time completion of DWI school and community service and license revocation with eligibility for an interlock license after a period of suspension. The long-term implications of this arrest extend beyond legal penalties. The DWI conviction will remain on his criminal record, potentially affecting future employment opportunities, especially in fields requiring driving or security clearances. His insurance rates will increase dramatically, often doubling or tripling for several years. However, successful completion of diversion or probation could minimize these impacts. This case serves as a sobering reminder that even cooperative polite encounters with law enforcement can't undo the poor decision to drive after drinking. This case perfectly illustrates why New Mexico has such strict underage drinking and driving laws. Young drivers are already at high risk for accidents due to inexperience and adding any amount of alcohol exponentially increases that danger. The .02 limit for drivers under 21 essentially creates a zero tolerance policy. Recognizing that young people generally have lower alcohol tolerance and less driving experience to compensate for even minor impairment, the officer's enforcement here, while sympathetic to Salis' situation, sends a clear message about the seriousness of underage DWI. This case highlights the serious consequences of underage drinking and driving, as well as the importance of professional police conduct during DWI enforcement. While the specific outcome of Salace's case remains unknown due to lack of public records, the evidence strongly suggests a conviction or plea agreement with the typical first offender penalties. The interaction demonstrates that respect and cooperation, while they don't erase bad decisions, can significantly impact how these situations unfold. Let us know if there is an interaction or legal topic that you would like us to discuss in the comments below. Thank you for watching and don't forget to check out our second channel, Audit the Court, for even more police interaction and courtroom content.