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I would say no. If the LEO thought he had enough evidence to get a warrant to draw blood, they would need to appear before a Judge to do this. I would much rather the LEO be standing in a front of a Judge without a video, then with one. I am certain that if one appeared intoxicated enough to warrant the LEO trying to get a warrant, that one would be detained during that period.

So if we took 100 officers and showed them a subject exhibiting the exact same clues you are saying all 100 would visually perceive these clues exactly the same whether they were at the beginning of there shift, end of there shift, just came from a murder scene, just left a high speed chase, just found out their Uncle passed away, had a rough nights sleep, felt sick, etc. Even with the best training, everyone sees life’s and it’s events through slightly different eyes. Officers these days are so well trained, but I have a hard time believing every single one would perceived the existence of a "clue" or non existence of a "clue." In the end, it really is a moot point for me, there is zero chance I would submit to any of the test anyhow. I am never, ever disrespectful to any LEO, they have a hard enough job already. You can be respectful and exercise your rights at the same time.

I myself can walk the line, hop on one foot for 10 minutes, and even dance a mean two step. None of this matters, as I would not submit to this testing....ever. It is very subjective, as even though there are guidelines, it is up to the officer to interpret the information he is acquiring visually. I am pro LEO, but I am even more pro Constitution. Don’t be afraid to just say no.

It seems to be a popular opinion to just say "dont' drink anything" while carrying. The reality is that if the line is drawn with "don't drink a drop", than it seems like we really have to say lock up your guns if you take:

(all of the following cause impairment)

"Anti-anxiety medication
Amphetamines
Barbiturates
Stimulants
Narcotic pain medications
Allergy medicines
Blood sugar medicines
Antidepressants
Tranquilizers
Blood pressure medicines
Motion sickness medication
Ulcer medication
Antibiotics
Anti-seizure medicines
Paregoric
Anti-nausea medicine
Sedatives
Cough syrups
Alcohol-containing medicines
Caffeine-containing medicines
Decongestants "


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