BPOC · Chapter 23Free chapter guide

Intoxicated Driver (SFST).

This chapter covers what a Texas peace officer must know about intoxicated Driver (SFST), along with the statute limits that shape each element, at the level of detail the TCOLE tests.

Some of what’s covered

A few learning objectives from this chapter.

Sample of 4
LO 23.1
Successful completion of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) SFST Course.
LO 23.2
Discuss the chemical tests. Chemical Tests
LO 23.3
Recognize and prepare necessary forms concerning the intoxicated driver.
LO 23.4
Identify the laws allowing dangerous drivers to borrow motor vehicles and forfeiture.
Common questions

What recruits ask about this chapter.

What does the TCOLE curriculum say about successful completion of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) SFST Course?

Instructor Note: Follow objectives of the newest SFST course. See Abstract for website to find the most current materials. Instructor Note: It is highly encouraged to conduct at least one "wet lab workshop" (with actual drinking subjects).

What should a Texas peace officer understand about chemical tests?

Discuss the chemical tests. Includes: applicability - TC 724.002; consent to Taking of Specimen - TC 724.011; taking of Specimen - TC 724.012; prohibition on Taking Specimen if Person Refuses; Exception - TC 724.013; person Incapable of Refusal - TC 724.014; information Provided by Officer Before Requesting Specimen - TC 724.015;

How does a Texas peace officer recognize and prepare necessary forms concerning the intoxicated driver?

Recognize and prepare necessary forms concerning the intoxicated driver.

How does a Texas peace officer identify laws allowing dangerous drivers to borrow motor vehicles and forfeiture?

Identify the laws allowing dangerous drivers to borrow motor vehicles and forfeiture. Includes: allowing Dangerous Driver to Borrow Motor Vehicle; Offense - TC 705.001.

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