You have a reasonable right to some privacy in your vehicle, but it is not as strong as it is in your home. Therefore, in some situations, the police will justify searching your car in a situation involving possible OVI drunk driving. Typically, this happens with a warrant, if probable cause exists, or there’s evidence of a crime. For example, if officers see alcohol containers, drug paraphernalia or believe there may be a weapon in their possession, they can and will search.
Additionally, the police search your vehicle if you give consent. The police may ask if they can look through your vehicle or trunk. Do not say yes to this. If the police are asking, they do not have probable cause to do so without consent.