Strand v. Department of Motor Vehicles

Quaere: Must it be shown that a motor vehicle operator actually understood the consequences of a refusal to submit to a breathalyzer test before his driving privileges can be revoked under RCW 46.20.308 for refusing the test?

We hold it need only be shown that he was informed of his right to refuse the test, that he was warned, however, that his privilege to drive would be revoked or denied if he refused to submit to the test, and of his right to have additional tests administered by a qualified' person of his own choosing. RCW 46.20.308 and 46.61.506. A driver who is advised of his rights…