People v. Todd

The three cases consolidated in this appeal involve the question whether the provisions of the statute relating to driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or a narcotic drug (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1969, ch. 9514, par. 144; Ill. Rev. Stat. 1971, ch. 9514, par. 11 — 501) prohibit the evidentiary use of a blood sample when obtained without the defendant’s consent.

The incident involving the defendant, Willie Chambers, occurred on December 23, 1969. Chambers was involved in an auto accident resulting in the death of a passenger in another car. One of the investigating officers observed…