If you are stopped in a municipality, then you may be charged by that municipality’s local ordinance against drunk. These local ordinances are generally copied word for word from the state statute, and though they have different numerical designations, you will still likely see the familiar two tiered charging structure. If there isn’t a local municipal ordinance, then you will be charged under the state law.
There are some important differences though, and having local counsel to represent you becomes very important here. For instance, if you are charged under the ordinances of the City of Columbus, if you refuse to take the test back at the station, and you have ever refused before or if you have had a drunk driving conviction some time in the last 20 years, then that is a separate offense with which they can charge you.
If you need representation against drunk driving charges, you can call me at 614.580.4316. I don’t charge for initial consultations to see if I can help you. If you decide you want to hire me after we speak, then we can go from there on what it will cost.
