If I'm stopped by the police, should I answer any questions regarding drinking?

You are not required to answer questions that are designed to be incriminating. In a police encounter, a simple request to speak to your attorney before answering questions, would be an appropriate response. However, informing the officer that you had one or two alcoholic beverages should not be harmful since it usually would not cause a person to be impaired. This response may explain away the odor of alcohol on your breath. Always remain calm, and be courteous and respectful at all times. Always remember that after stopping you and approaching your vehicle, the officer is probably already recording your discussion and actions on video without your knowledge.