SFST Documentation 2

Question 1

When documenting the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) test, which specific detail must be recorded for each eye?

Accepted Answer

The number of clues observed per eye (0–2)

Answer

HGN documentation requires recording the number of clues observed in each eye, with a maximum of 2 clues per eye for a total of 6 possible clues.

Question 2

In the narrative section of a DUI arrest report, how should an officer describe a subject's performance on the Walk-and-Turn test?

Accepted Answer

With specific behavioral observations matching each of the 8 clues

Answer

The narrative must include specific behavioral descriptions corresponding to each of the 8 standardized Walk-and-Turn clues to support the numerical score.

Question 3

What is the purpose of documenting the subject's starting position before each SFST?

Accepted Answer

To establish that the officer provided proper instructions and the test began correctly

Answer

Documenting the starting position confirms proper test administration and that the subject understood and attempted to follow instructions.

Question 4

Which of the following should be included when documenting a subject's divided attention during the pre-test interview?

Accepted Answer

Observations of the subject's ability to simultaneously listen and respond

Answer

Pre-test interview documentation should capture divided attention indicators such as answering before questions are finished or failing to follow multi-step directions.

Question 5

When should the officer document the subject's refusal to perform an SFST?

Accepted Answer

Immediately after the refusal occurs, capturing the exact words used

Answer

A refusal should be documented immediately with the subject's exact words, as it is admissible evidence of consciousness of guilt.

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SFST Documentation 2