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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat should I do if my breath alcohol is over the limit?DON’T DRIVE or attempt to drive a motor vehicle (which includes any vehicle drawn or propelled by mechanical power) on a road. Catch a cab or a lift with a sober friend. If you are stopped while driving or attempting to drive a motor vehicle either at a Police checkpoint, after an accident or in circumstances where a police officer may have good reason to believe that you have been driving while under the influence of alcohol and are requested to undergo a breath screening test (i.e. blow in the bag), you must comply. If the result of that test indicates that you are over the permissible limit or if for some reason the breath screening test cannot be carried out, you will be required to accompany the police officer to a place where an evidential breath test, blood test or both can be administered, which could result in a charge being laid against you. If you are required to undergo an evidential breath test/blood test or have been arrested, you must comply, as failure to do so can result in a charge being laid again you, which carries the same penalty as a charge of driving with an excess breath/blood alcohol level. As soon as you are informed that you have the right to consult a lawyer, exercise that right by telephoning a lawyer on duty, from the list that the police will provide to you and seek advice. If you do not get advice on the spot, either arrange for a lawyer of your choice to represent you when you appear in court, or see a duty solicitor on the day of your first appearance.
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