What consequence might a driver face if they refuse a breathalyzer test?

Refusing a breathalyzer test typically leads to an automatic license suspension. This consequence stems from implied consent laws, which require drivers to submit to breath, blood, or urine tests if an officer requests it, typically due to suspicion of driving under the influence. By operating a vehicle, drivers agree to these terms, and refusal can trigger penalties that commonly include an administrative suspension of driving privileges.

The other consequences listed, while they could potentially be involved in a DUI case, are not direct results of refusing a breathalyzer test. Fines may be imposed if convicted of DUI, and imprisonment is typically a consequence of being found guilty of DUI rather than merely refusing a test. Mandatory community service can also be a part of sentencing for a DUI conviction but is not enforced specifically for refusal of a breathalyzer. The direct and immediate consequence for refusal is the automatic suspension of the driver's license.