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Originally Posted by Maritime Q-Scout
Other than how the RCMP allegedly treated the elderly lady, it doesn't appear they did anything "wrong". I'd assume the drinking & driving laws in BC are like they are out East, zero tolerance, meaning that the police don't have any leeway with regard to charging. Meaning if an elderly person is incapable of blowing into the roadside device, they failed the blow, and thus must be charged according to the letter of the law that they do not have any discretion over enforcing.
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They followed the "letter" of the law, but definitely not the "spirit" of the law. They used a technicality to massage their own egos. This is what happens when you take away an officer's ability to use discretion.