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Drink-driving and road safety in Madrid
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Refusal to undergo alcohol or drug tests
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What it means
Refusing legally prescribed alcohol or drug tests after an officer’s request. This is distinct from driving under the influence and requires examination of the request and the other statutory elements.
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Spanish Criminal Code · art. 383
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