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Can you be given a second breath alcohol test if the first one was negative?

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Yes, if they show clear signs of being under the influence of alcohol

Officers of the Authority may carry out a second breath alcohol test on a driver if the first one was negative, in cases where the driver shows clear signs of being drunk and their behaviour is not consistent with that of a person who has not drunk alcohol.

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  • Only if they are involved in a road traffic accident

  • No, under no circumstances

  • Yes, if they show clear signs of being under the influence of alcohol

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