Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Blood testing by police

When police take you in to the hospital for blood testing, Do they test for drugs besides alcohol,if they do not suspect drug use? Or is it an automatic proceedure?


Asked on 10/10/04, 8:55 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: Blood testing by police

It is probable that the police will request a full tox screen. This is particularly true if the person was arrested for dui and the blood alcohol content is to low for the symptoms of being under the influence noted by the officer.

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Answered on 10/10/04, 9:02 pm


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