Abstract
With the advent of newer technology, the question arises whether the Breathalyzer, originally created in 1954 is as viable a unit as the newer Intoxilyzer breath alcohol content measuring devices. This paper presents a brief look at the concept of measuring breath alcohol content (BrAC) and reviews the two types of devices relative to how they work, how viable they are for use in the field and how accurate they are.

From the Paper
"Although alcohol intoxication is legally defined by the concentration of blood alcohol, Freudenrich (2000) tells us that the concentration of alcohol released from alveolar sacs within the lungs is directly related to the level of alcohol concentration within the bloodstream. Breath alcohol content (BrAC) to levels of alcohol in the blood stream (BAC) is recognized as being in a 2,100:1 ratio (Freudenrich, 2000). Although research confirms that testing for breath alcohol content has been a viable method for prosecution in DWI cases as early as the late 1920's (Kennedy, (n.d.)), it wasn't until 1954 that Dr. Robert Borkenstein created the first Breathalyzer (Freudenrich, 2000; "Frequently asked," 2005). There are three basic types of breath alcohol content testing equipment, all of which rely on different chemical reactions and principles."

Tags:breathalyzer, intoxilyzer, alcohol

Abstract
In this article, the writer discusses that in 2007, the New York Police department announced that after any incident in which a uniformed officer discharged a firearm, killing or wounding a person, the officer discharging his firearm would be subject to mandatory testing to determine if alcohol was involved. This essay examines the constitutionality of such mandatory tests finding that under current law, they are permissible.

From the Paper
"On December 7, 2006, New York City police officer fired 50 shots into a car driven by Sean Bell, killing Bell and wounding two others. In the wake of this incident, the New York City Police Department issued Interim Order 52, under which any officer who discharges a firearm killing or injuring a person must forthwith submit to a breathalyzer test (Interim Order 52). Responding, the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association filed suit to enjoin enforcement of this Order as violating constitutional rights of police ..."

Tags:constitution, breathalyzer, search

Abstract
This paper contrasts the two blood alcohol level measuring devices; the Breathalyzer and the Intoxilyzer and explores their mechanics and effects upon conviction rates. The paper examines recent developments in case law to propound the thesis that judgment cannot be at the hands of technology alone, and machines are not qualified to determine the guilt or innocents of those suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol.

From the Paper
"This paper shall contrast the two blood alcohol level measuring devices; the Breathalyzer and the Intoxilyzer. Their mechanics and effects upon conviction rates will be explored. Recent developments in case law shall be supplied to propound the thesis that judgment can not be at the hands of technology alone, and machines are not qualified to determine the guilt or innocents of those suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol.
"The INTOXILYZER and DUI Convictions: Driving motor vehicles under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicating substances is a behavior that should not be condoned."

Tags:dui, breathalyzer, intoxilyzer

Abstract
This paper reflects the author's personal experience of being hit by a drunk driver. According to the paper, no mercy needs to be shown to drunk drivers; the maximum allowable blood alcohol content (BAC) should only be 0.05%, and there should be a zero tolerance program for young men and teenage boy drivers caught driving while intoxicated.

From the Paper
"My truck wasn't drivable but the door worked. I got out and could hear the glass pop off my clothes and make weird sounds like Rick Krispies popping in a cereal bowl, and when I got to the Mercedes I could see these two guys, drenched in gin, beer, and glass. They were laughing. From ten feet away you could smell the alcohol. When I asked them if they were alright, they gave some quick answer and tried to get the car to move. It wouldn't. I asked them for their insurance and they rattled off some expletives and told me to go to hell and asked if I knew who their father was. However he was, he was going to be very angry when he saw that brown Mercedes, it was totaled."

Tags:DUI, conviction, alcohol, drunk, driver, breathalyzer, judge, police