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Question 4469

Traffic officers may subject ... to a test to detect narcotics, psychotropic substances, or other similar substances.

  1. drivers who are cited for a traffic violation
  2. any road user showing symptoms of being under their influence
  3. any road user or driver of a vehicle
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Correct answer: drivers who are cited for a traffic violation

Officers may require a drug test from a driver cited for a violation, such as running a red light. They may also test anyone driving who shows signs of drug use and, at a preventive checkpoint, any driver. A pedestrian or other road user who is not driving is only required to take the test if involved in an accident or if they have committed a violation, even if they show signs of drug use.

Ley sobre Tráfico, Circulación de Vehículos a Motor y Seguridad Vial, Real Decreto Legislativo 6/2015 · Reglamento General de Circulación — Real Decreto 1428/2003