Breathalyzer
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And they’re not without controversy: Courts across the country have found serious flaws and technical deficiencies with Breathalyzer devices and the software that powers them.
From Slate • Jul. 17, 2023
“It’s like taking a Breathalyzer test of the land,” Runkle said.
From Seattle Times • May 21, 2023
A Breathalyzer test was administered at the scene and authorities found no evidence of alcohol, Villanueva said, noting that the driver “blew a 0.0.”
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2022
And the instructions for the InspectIR Breathalyzer specify that people should not eat, drink or use any tobacco products in the 15 minutes before taking the test.
From New York Times • Apr. 15, 2022
“Good night, sir,” I said, imagining the Colonel sneaking the Breathalyzer back into the Eagle’s house while I got harangued at Jury.
From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green
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