Is it better to take a Breathalyzer test or not?

irish_indian_fantasy

First of all, underage drinking is illegal. There is problem number one. Secondly, how do you know if you were drunk or not? Did you do a self BAT (Breathalyzer Test)? Just because you didn't FEEL drunk doesn't mean that you weren't. And thirdly, I know all kids will drink, but is it really worth losing your license or possibly being in an accident that takes someone else's or even your life? I know you all think that it won't happen to you..... but there are 15 kids from our high school that thought the exact same thing last year, and they are all dead now. Think about that one for a while.

Paully S

If you refuse to take the breathalyzer test, when you reach the police station, they will have obtained a warrant to take a blood test and you will still be charged for intoxication anyway!!!!

Fex

Its not illegal to drink at any age.. As long as your with your legal gaurdian.

tallerfella

either way you are screwed. When you got your license, I guess you didn't read the "applied consent" part. Refuse to take the test and the penalties can, at times, be worse than if you blew into the machine.

If your not driving there would be no need for you to take a bac test. A simple field sobriety check for a minor could determine if you are drunk or not.

grumpyoldman

If you really feel you are not drunk, demand a blood test.

cprucka

Never take a breathalizer. You have the right not too take it. You will loose your license for 6 months, but it doesn't go on your record.

pawnyourhearttome

If you don't , can be charged with non-compliance. It is as broad as it is long. Some attorneys advise against it, but if you were not drinking, what do you have to worry about? It is better to take it, own up to drinking and driving, and hope this is your one and only offense. You can lose your license, or worse case scenario, kill someone while driving drunk. DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE!!!

honeybeejim

You have to take one or your arrested on the spot. However after arrested demand a blood test they ll do everything to scare you out of it. but if your sober take one its your right.

sarah b

I believe it's better to take a test just to be safe. you should now that there are consequences in life for every little step you take

thumper

DO YOU LIVE IN OHIO ? JUST SAW SOMETHING ABOUT THIS SAMETHING A LITTLE BIT AGO. HERE IT IS IN THE NUT SHELL IF YOU WANT TO ACT LIKE AN ADULT THEN ACT LIKE IT NOW AND . THE ONLY WAY IT WON'T SHOW ON A BREATHALIZER IS IF YOU LIVE IN CHINA. GET THE PICTURE ? THE LONGER YOU WAIT THE STONGER IT GETS TO A POINT

Charles C

Since you are not driving there is no implied consent. You do not have to take the Breathalyzer or any other alcohol test.

Hockeyfan

Waiting could back fire on you also. Depending on how long ago you quit drinking you may not be at the peak of your intoxication and by the time that you get to the police station you may actually register higher.

Vampire 13R

I had a guy refuse the test. He then appealed the suspension of his license after getting a delay on the DUI Charge.
The appeal went to his home jurisdiction where his father was a judge. He still got nailed but it was a nice try.

BringBaka

Hello,

If you are under the legal age for consuming alcohol, and the Police stops you driving under the influence.

That is one of the prescribed ways to ascertain whether you are fit to drive or not.

If you refuse, (and that is also your right), then he or she may arrest you, and take you to the nearest police precinct or station for charges to be officially made against you.

So to avoid such embarrassing scenarios, I would avoid consuming any alcohol if I am the one who has to drive afterwards.

Bringbaka.
NYC.

Sloan R

It's never a good idea to supply evidence against yourself unless you just want to do your time and pay your fine. Most criminal defense attorneys suggest being courteous and cooperative but do not make statements or supply evidence against yourself. If you know that you are not drunk then as the guy above said demand a blood test. In our county driving on a suspended because of DWI carries a $350 fine and an automatic 10 days in jail. Driving with no license with a recent DWI is only a $110 fine and no jail.

tallerfella: in some states you would get off easier if you never renewed your license if your gonna drive drunk. That license is in effect a contract with the state that you will abide by their traffic ordinances and other laws without question. It's a lot worse to get caught driving on a suspended than just driving with no license.

Mommy of 3

if you wait and go to the station you don't get a breathalizer, you get a blood test. Which will show a higher alcohol level

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