Roadside preliminary breath tests (PBTs) allow law enforcement to quickly screen drivers for the presence of alcohol using a small, portable breath-testing device. These tests provide an immediate result of blood alcohol concentration, which helps officers determine whether there is probable cause for arrest or further testing. PBT laws vary by state: some states explicitly authorize use in statute, while others do not clearly permit or prohibit them, though they may still be used in practice.
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