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Can You Get a DUI/OVI in a Canoe in Ohio?

As recently reported by CTV News, a man is facing criminal charges for canoeing while drunk.  According to the news report, officers were called to Christina Lake on the report of an intoxicated person.  When the officers arrived, the man hid under a dock, and an officer went into the…

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How Do Officers Detect Intoxicated Boaters In Ohio?

This the week of July 4th.  For some, that means celebrating our nation’s independence with burgers, beer and boats.  As alcohol is often mixed with boating, people are prosecuted and punished for boating under the influence (BUI).  But how do law enforcement officers determine if a person’s ability to operate…

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