If a person refuses the request of a peace officer to submit to the taking of a specimen, what should the officer request the person to sign?

When a person refuses to submit to a specimen request from a peace officer, the correct procedure is to have the individual sign a statement that they were informed of the consequences of their refusal. This signature serves several purposes: it provides documentation that the individual was made aware of the potential repercussions of their actions, which can include legal penalties or administrative actions like license suspension. It also protects the officer and the department by ensuring that the individual cannot claim later that they were not informed of these consequences when they denied the request.

The other options, while relevant to the situation, do not fulfill the necessary requirement in this context. Requesting a waiver of rights, for example, may not directly address the specifics of the refusal. Similarly, a statement of refusal is important but does not encompass the need for the individual to acknowledge that they understand the consequences of their refusal. The reason for the request may also be beneficial but does not carry the same legal weight and clarity needed in documenting informed consent regarding refusal.