Code of Massachusetts Regulations
501 CMR - EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND SECURITY
Title 501 CMR 2.00 - SAFE ROADS
Section 2.01 - Purpose

The purpose of 501 CMR 2.00 is to establish rules and regulations regarding satisfactory methods, techniques and criteria for breath and blood tests of those persons who have been arrested for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or a related offense. It also establishes a statewide training and certification program for all operators of breath test devices and a certification program of breath test devices in accordance with M.G.L. c. 90, § 24K. 501 CMR 2.00 does not apply to portable breath test devices used to conduct pre-arrest screening. Additionally, certification of blood test analysts is addressed.