Sanchez pleads guilty to refusing breathalyzer test | ABC6

State Rep. Enrique Sanchez pleaded guilty on Friday to refusing to take a breathalyzer test, related to a DUI arrest from February. The case is set against the backdrop of his being pulled over in Cranston, where police noted his confusion and detected a strong smell of alcohol on his breath.

As part of his sentencing, Sanchez was ordered to complete an alcohol treatment program, perform 10 hours of community service, and install an ignition interlock device in his vehicle for a duration of six months. Despite the plea, the DUI charge itself remains pending and will be addressed in Bristol County Superior Court.

During the traffic stop, Sanchez reportedly inquired about the possibility of calling an Uber if he chose not to participate in field sobriety tests. Officers informed him that this was not an option, leading to his refusal to comply with the tests.

The circumstances surrounding the arrest suggest a significant concern regarding impaired driving, highlighting the serious nature of DUI offenses. The legal process will continue to unfold as Sanchez faces the implications of the remaining DUI charge.

This incident has garnered attention in the local community, reflecting the broader issues of intoxicated driving and its legal ramifications.