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How will listerine affect an alcohol breath test?
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Mouthwash: It now comes alcohol-free. Much better in my opinion.
Answered 9/24/2016
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Listerine affects te: Yes, listerine will affect the test reading. Please google the following article, entitled "field sobriety testing: intoxilyzers and listerine antiseptic" published in the july 1985 issue of the police chief (p. 70).
Answered 6/8/2018
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