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Impaired Driving – Officers Evidence

The following are key elements Crown will be looking for from the officer regarding the initial investigation.

  1. General Info about the officer
    1. Length of experience as police officer
    2. Experience dealing with people under the influence
    3. List any specific training in dealing with people under the influence
  2. Date, Time and Location
    1. Time of stop or arrival at scene
    2. Road and Traffic Conditions
  3. Identity of Accused as the driver
    1. How was the accused determined to be the driver of the vehicle
      1. Civilian statements – See questions to ask civilian witness
      2. Ownership papers
      3. Keys
      4. Officer observations of accused behind the wheel
    2. Care and Control – No Evidence of Driving
  4. Observations of Accused
    1. Driving
    2. Indicators of Impairment
  5. Did the Accused make admissions?
    1. Were the statements voluntary?

 

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