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It is in the UK ! ANYONE suspected of drink-driving - no matter what their age - can be breathalyzed and the results used in court !

In the United States, probable cause is required to give a breathalyzer test. Note that the standard for what is considered "probable cause" in the case of a vehicle driver is considerably lower than for their passengers (or for someone walking down the street). That is, the police have a much easier time meeting the minimum level of suspicion to require a breathalyzer for the driver than for their passenger. Also note that police are allowed to give a breathalyzer test to someone they suspect has consumed alcohol and appears to be under the legal drinking age, regardless of whether that person is driving or not. Also, be aware that riding a bike is considered operating a vehicle in most of the US.

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