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Which country made it mandatory for drivers to carry a breathalyzer kit in their vehicle starting in 2012?
Answer
France
A French law passed in 2012 required all drivers to carry at least one approved breathalyzer kit in their vehicle. The rule was intended to encourage drivers to self-test before getting behind the wheel after drinking.
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French law requires travelers to carry a breathalyzer kit in their car; possession of two pre-approved kits became mandatory in 2012.
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- Germany
- Spain
- Italy
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- driving-laws
- europe
- road-trip
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