Illinois · Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 5)

625 ILCS 5 § 11-501.6: Driver involvement in personal injury or fatal motor vehicle crash; chemical test

Civil

What this law says, in plain English

Drivers involved in injury or fatal crashes are deemed to consent to breath or chemical testing for alcohol and drugs upon arrest. Medical personnel may draw blood at law enforcement request if the driver is receiving treatment.

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