The Implied Consent Law means that:
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Drivers must drink more than one drink to be tested for the amount of alcohol in their blood.
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Drivers agree to be tested for the amount of alcohol in their blood, if they are arrested for drunk or impaired driving.
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Penalties become more severe after a 2nd OWI.
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Drivers under 21 cannot drive after drinking any alcohol.
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Explanation
The Implied Consent Law states that by operating a motor vehicle, drivers implicitly agree to be tested for alcohol if they are arrested for drunk or impaired driving. This means that if a law enforcement officer suspects you of driving under the influence and asks you to take a breathalyzer or blood test, you are legally obligated to comply.
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