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Is it acceptable for a police officer to use force on a person to make them take a breath test or blood test?

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Is it acceptable for a police officer to use force on a person to make them take a breath test or blood test?

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A police officer has the authority to order a blood sample from an arrested person only if during an accident a death has resulted, is likely to result in a death or there has been serious bodily injury. A police officer can force a blood test but never a Breathalyzer.