Safe and Responsible Driving
Can a Garda carry out a breath test at a mandatory checkpoint even if the driver shows no signs of alcohol consumption?
- ○No, there must be reasonable suspicion first
- ✓Yes, breath tests can be carried out at checkpoints without requiring reasonable suspicion
- ○Only if the driver has prior drink driving convictions
- ○Only between 10pm and 4am
Correct answer
Yes, breath tests can be carried out at checkpoints without requiring reasonable suspicion
At mandatory alcohol checkpoints (MACs) Gardaí can require any driver to take a breath test, regardless of whether they appear impaired.
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