High Court Upholds Breathalyser Inspection Rights | Cork News

The High Court just handed a major win to drink-driving defendants, ruling that breathalyser machines used in convictions must be inspectable — even if it means costly, detailed forensic checks. In a case involving Patrick James Flanagan, the court rejected arguments from prosecutors that such inspections were too expensive or technically impossible, emphasizing that agencies should have ensured access during contract signing. This decision opens the door for dozens of other drivers to challenge their convictions by verifying the accuracy of the machines used against them, highlighting a crucial shift toward transparency and accountability in evidence-based justice. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2991a38e2999ff62