At what point must the officer advise the driver of their rights when questioning?

The correct response highlights the importance of lawful procedures regarding an individual's rights during a traffic stop and subsequent questioning. Officers are required to advise drivers of their rights, commonly referred to as "Miranda rights," only after an arrest has occurred. This is based on the legal principle that once a person is taken into custody and deprived of freedom in a significant way, they must be informed of their rights to avoid self-incrimination during any questioning that follows.

Advising a driver of their rights prior to any questioning, during the Field Sobriety Test, or immediately after identifying the driver would not align with the established legal framework. Until an arrest is made, the officer may still be conducting an investigation and gathering information, which does not necessitate a Miranda warning. Thus, the correct time to communicate these rights is specifically after an arrest has taken place, ensuring that the individual understands their rights before being subjected to questioning.