District Of Columbia § 5-1419 - Impaired driving program; chemical testing.
Full text of District Of Columbia D.C. Code § 5-1419 — Impaired driving program; chemical testing., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-1419. Impaired driving program; chemical testing.
5-1419The CME shall be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of blood and urine testing for the District’s impaired driving program. The CME may test or authorize the testing of specimens, as defined by , for the purposes of determining if specimens contain alcohol or a drug.
Until October 1, 2012, and after October 1, 2012 if authorized under , the CME shall be responsible for testing and certifying the accuracy of any District instrument utilized by District law enforcement personnel to test the alcohol content of breath. A District breath-test instrument shall only be used by District law enforcement personnel if it has been certified by the CME to be accurate. Certification of the accuracy of each breath test instrument must occur at least once every 180 days.
In addition to the requirements under subsection (a) of this section, the CME shall:
Develop a program for District law enforcement personnel to become trained and certified as a breath test instrument operator;
Develop policies and procedures for the operation and maintenance of all breath test instruments utilized by District law enforcement personnel; and
Develop policies and procedures for the maintenance of records demonstrating that the breath test instruments utilized by District law enforcement personnel are in proper operating condition.
Annotations
Source: official District Of Columbia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About District Of Columbia § 5-1419
What does D.C. Code § 5-1419 cover?
Section 5-1419 ("Impaired driving program; chemical testing.") is part of the D.C. Code, the codified statutory law of District Of Columbia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite District Of Columbia § 5-1419?
A common citation format is "D.C. Code § 5-1419" (District Of Columbia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of District Of Columbia law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the District Of Columbia official source linked on this page or consult a licensed District Of Columbia attorney.
How does District Of Columbia § 5-1419 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in District Of Columbia can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in District Of Columbia.