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Whether you’re planning to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day or out driving around listening to the John Mayer song of the same title, be careful while driving around central Ohio. Columbus police, Franklin County DUI Task Force, and the Ohio State Highway Patrol have already announced…
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As Thanksgiving approaches, many Ohioans prepare to hit the roads, spend time with loved ones, and celebrate the holiday. Unfortunately, this busy travel period also increases DUI/OVI incidents across the state. If you plan to drink alcohol over the holiday weekend, here’s what you need…
Read MoreOhio soon may become the next state to adopt a “stand your ground” law. Ohio House Bill 203 includes a provision that says when you’re in a place you’re legally allowed to be, e.g., not trespassing, and you’re confronted with a situation in which you need…
Read MoreIf you hold a commercial driver’s license, it’s always been enough to carry your medical card with you on the road. But a set of federal regulations adopted a couple of years ago means you may have to submit your medical card to the Ohio…
Read MoreHappy first day of Summer! Now that Summer is officially here and patio season is in full force, you may feel like enjoying a refreshing alcoholic beverage. If you’re planning on imbibing this evening, be aware that there is a sobriety checkpoint in Columbus tonight….
Read MoreIf you’re going to be out and about tonight, use caution if you decide to drink and drive. There will be a sobriety checkpoint in Franklin County tonight in Hilliard from 9 p.m. until 3 a.m Saturday morning. The checkpoint will be on Hilliard-Rome Road…
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