April 26, 2024

Drivers dinged by faulty breathalyzers will be cleared

BC's Justice Minister  says 14 drivers given roadside driving bans after faulty readings by breathalyzers will be cleared. Shirley Bond says the files have been reviewed by the office of the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles. She says each file is being looked at to determine what else may need to be done, including reimbursement. "This … [Read more...]

Faulty breathalyzers in Port Moody

Port Moody Police say faulty breathalyzers were used in 2011. On its website the police department says the results of a independent investigation have determined faulty breathalyzers were used in 14 out of 174 roadside tests administered that year. The police department requested the investigation  out of concern some of the roadside … [Read more...]

Nechako Lake schools asked not to use breathalyzers

Principals of the Nechako Lakes school district have been asked by their superintendant to not use breathalyzers in their schools for the time being.Superintendant Charlene Seguin says breathalyzers have been used in the district's schools for three or four years. "We are just going to look at our process in terms of the use of breathalyzers and … [Read more...]