Which circumstance can lead to a license suspension for driving under the influence?

A refusal to submit to a chemical test can indeed lead to license suspension for driving under the influence. Most states have implied consent laws, which means that by obtaining a driver's license, a person automatically agrees to submit to chemical testing if suspected of driving under the influence. When an individual refuses this test, it can result in immediate penalties, including the suspension of their driver’s license for a specified period, often regardless of whether they were actually intoxicated at the time of the stop. This consequence underscores the seriousness with which law enforcement agencies treat the refusal to engage in testing that would confirm the involvement of alcohol or drugs in driving behavior.

In contrast, situations where an arrestee submits to a chemical test, or where they are determined to have a blood alcohol concentration below the legal limit of .08%, typically do not lead to license suspension in the context of driving under the influence. These outcomes suggest compliance with the law, whereas refusing to take the test indicates a violation of the implied consent law.