Field sobriety exercises · Florida
What do officers look for during the One-Leg Stand?
With Sabrina Jadunandan, Orlando DUI defense attorneyDuration 0:53Reviewed 2026-09-15
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What are officers looking for during the One-Leg Stand?
Specific impairment clues. In this clip, Sabrina demonstrates the One-Leg Stand and explains that while you hold the position, officers are watching for clues that may indicate impairment — like swaying, using your arms for balance, hopping, or putting your foot down. Knowing what officers are looking for matters.
What this video covers
- The One-Leg Stand field sobriety exercise
- The impairment clues officers watch for
- Why knowing the clues matters
Full transcript
Think standing on one leg is easy? Try doing it while an officer is watching every move. During the One-Leg Stand, officers are looking for specific clues that may indicate impairment — like swaying, using your arms for balance, hopping, or putting your foot down. Knowing what officers are looking for matters.
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