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The law is complicated on this topic and it varies by region. I didn’t think this needed saying when I made the post, but this isnt an end all be all on the topic, it’s just something I found interesting & posted it to c/Today I Learned.

Don’t take legal advice from a Lemmy post. Talk to a lawyer.


The Purpose of Portable Breath Tests

Portable breath tests are commonly used by law enforcement officers to quickly estimate a person’s blood alcohol content (BAC) at the scene of a suspected DUI offense. These handheld devices are designed to provide immediate results, helping officers in their decision-making process during a traffic stop or investigation.

It is essential to understand that a portable breath test is different from the more accurate breathalyzer devices used at police stations or during formal chemical testing. While portable breath tests can provide an initial indication of a person’s intoxication level, they should not be considered as wholly accurate or infallible.

https://rhilllaw.com/blog/2021/03/can-a-portable-breath-test-be-used-in-court/

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      8 hours ago

      That’s the “tasty juice” I coyly allude to. I was mostly referring to the lack of the emulation of hard liquors or at least ones that you can buy at a bar.

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      12 hours ago

      While 0% Gin has been way too sweet when tasting it as is it works remarkably well with tonic to make a GT non-alcoholic.