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Blood or breath measurement for drinking and driving?

Question

When arrested for suspected drinking and driving - do you by law have to have a blood test done - can they arrest you for just blowing into the machine alone ?

Answer

It does not need to be a blood test. A breath measurement is sufficient.

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