Phoenix Officer Arrests Sober Newlywed for DUI Despite Zero BAC, Lawsuit Alleges Fabricated Charges

An Arizona woman is suing the Phoenix Police Department after officers arrested her for driving under the influence (DUI) despite a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.000, negative drug tests, and no evidence of impairment. The lawsuit, filed by newlywed Brianna Longoria, alleges that officers fabricated charges to meet arrest quotas, a claim supported by bodycam footage and internal statements.

Longoria was pulled over on December 29, 2024, allegedly for running a red light. However, bodycam footage reportedly shows the traffic signal was green at the time of the stop. The citing officer later moved to void the citation after reviewing the footage. Despite passing a breathalyzer, field sobriety tests, and a subsequent blood test—all negative for drugs and alcohol—Longoria was arrested for DUI.

The lawsuit claims the arresting officer invented signs of impairment, including "glossy eyes" and failed sobriety tests, to justify the charge. At the police station, another officer described Longoria’s test results as "super in the norms," yet the arrest proceeded.

Bodycam footage captures an officer admitting the pressure to make DUI arrests. "They’re gonna kick me off squad if I don’t get a DUI," the officer says. When asked how to secure a conviction without evidence, the response was chilling: "You can. You can."

The lawsuit argues this incident is not an isolated error but part of a broader culture where officers feel compelled to produce DUI arrests, regardless of evidence. Phoenix PD denies operating under a quota system but confirms the case is under internal review.