Cincinnati DUI Checkpoints & OVI Saturation Patrols (2024)

To make the roads safer in Cincinnati the OVI Task Force will have OVI/DUI Checkpoints or DUI/OVI Saturation Patrols from time to time. Cincinnati DUI checkpoints and OVI saturation patrols are designed to find drivers that are behind the wheel driving under the influence and get them off the roads for the safety of the citizens for Cincinnati and Hamilton County, Ohio.

Suhre &Associates best advise to avoid an OVI/DUI in Cincinnati, Hamilton County or surrounding areas is to notdrink and drive. But it’s important to understand that the law states in Ohio that your blood alcohol limit must be at .08 or higher to be considered driving under the influence or operating a vehicle while intoxicated. The police have a theory that what goes up must come down, so if you’re pulled over and your blood alcohol limit is under .08 is your blood alcohol limit rising or decreasing. It can be considered safer for the citizens of Cincinnati and Hamilton County to arrest you for OVI/DUI and take you off the road.

We are posting Cincinnati DUI Checkpoints and OVI Saturation Patrols as a public service announcement. The Cincinnati OVI Task Force will post in advance of upcoming checkpoints and saturation patrols in Cincinnati, Hamilton County and surrounding areas. DUI Checkpoints are focused to a specific area and saturation patrols can be for a larger area.

DATE

AREA OF CHECKPOINT / SATURATION PATROL

Oct 14 - Oct 15, 2016 1:00 am

Montgomery Rd & Wayland Ave - Norwood Cincinnati

Sep 08 - Sep 8, 2016 12:00 am

Red Bank Rd & Wooster Pike - Fairfax Cincinnati

Aug 31 - Sep 1, 2016 1:00 am

Plainfield Rd. & Rossplain Rd. Blue Ash

Aug 19 - Aug 20, 2016 1:00 am

Wooster Pike and Miami Ave. Mariemont

Aug 19 - Aug 20, 2016 1:00 am

6900 Block of Wooster Pike Cincinnati

Aug 12 - Aug 13, 2016 12:00 am

Ohio 125 and Hopper Hill Rd Cincinnati

Jul 08 - Jul 8, 2016 12:00 am

Hamilton Ave and Hill Ave Cincinnati- Mount Healthy

Jun 24 - Jun 25, 2016 1:00 am

E Mcmillan St and Maplewood Ave Cincinnati- Auburn

Aug 12 - Aug 13, 2016 12:00 am

Beechmont Ave. and Five Mile Rd. Cincinnati- Anderson

Jun 11 - Jun 12, 2016 12:00 am

Winton Lake Area Cincinnati

Jun 10 - Jun 11, 2016 1:00 am

Wooster Pike and Miami Rd Mariemont

Jun 03 - Jun 4, 2016 1:00 am

Colerain Ave and Harry Lee Ln. Cincinnati- Colerain Township

May 20 - May 21, 2016 1:00 am

Plainfield Rd and Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway Blueash

May 13 - May 14, 2016 1:00 am

Martin Luther King Dr and Clifton Ave Cincinnati

Apr 15 - Apr 16, 2016 1:00 am

River Rd and Railroad/access Rd. Cincinnati

Apr 08 - Apr 9, 2016 3:00 am

Springfield Pike and Cloverdale Ave. Cincinnati- Springdale

Mar 18 - Mar 19, 2016 1:00 am

Montgomery Rd. and Dana Ave. Cincinnati

Mar 09 - Mar 9, 2016 1:00 pm

Harrison Ave. and McHenry Ave. Cincinnati

Feb 19 - Feb 21, 2016 12:00 am

High Visibility Enforcement I75 Cincinnati

Sep 25 - Sep 26, 2015 1:00 am

Riverside Dr and Humbert Ave Cincinnati

Sep 25 - Sep 26, 2015 12:00 am

OH 32 and Church Street Cincinnati

Sep 11 - Sep 12, 2015 3:00 am

Springfield Pike and Glensprings Drive Cincinnati

Sep 05 - Sep 6, 2015 1:00 am

Kenwood Rd. and Cooper Rd Blueash

Sep 04 - Sep 5, 2015 1:00 am

Wooster Pike and Eat St. Mariemont

Aug 22 - Aug 9, 2015 2:00 am

Reading Rd and E. Sharon Rd. Cincinnati- Sharonville

Jul 31 - Jul 31, 2015 12:00 am

Mount Adams Cincinnati

Jul 10 - Jul 11, 2015 1:00 am

Colerain Ave and Harry Lee Ln. Cincinnati- Colerain

Jun 20 - Jun 21, 2015 1:00 am

Plainfiled Rd. and OH-126 Cincinnati

Jun 05 - Jun 5, 2015 12:00 am

Beechmont Ave. and Collinsdale Ave. Cincinnati

May 29 - May 30, 2015 1:00 am

Wooster Pike and East St. Mariemont

May 22 - May 23, 2015 1:00 am

E. Mcmillan and Auburn Ave Cincinnati

May 08 - May 9, 2015 3:00 am

Route 4 and Cloverdale Ave. Cincinnati- Springdale

May 01 - May 2, 2015 1:00 am

Hamilton Ave. and Compton Rd. Cincinnati- Mount Healthy

Mar 27 - Mar 28, 2015 2:00 am

Montgomery Rd. and Lester Rd. Cincinnati

Mar 20 - Mar 21, 2015 1:00 am

Montgomery Rd and Mentor Ave. Cincinnati

Dec 31 - Dec 31, 2015 12:00 am

Bridgetown Rd. and Glenway Ave. Cincinnati

Nov 15 - Nov 15, 2014 12:00 am

Reading Rd. and Northwood Dr. Cincinnati

Nov 01 - Nov 2, 2014 2:00 am

Vine St. and City Centre Dr. Cincinnati

Oct 10 - Oct 25, 2014 1:00 am

Montgomery Rd. and Fields Ertel Rd. Cincinnati

Sep 27 - Sep 28, 2014 2:00 am

Martin Luther King Dr. E. and Burnet Ave. Cincinnati

Sep 12 - Sep 13, 2014 1:00 am

Beechmont Ave and Nordyke Rd. Cincinnati- Anderson Township

Aug 29 - Aug 30, 2014 3:00 am

Ohio 4 and Glensprings Dr. Cincinnati- Springdale

Aug 28 - Aug 29, 2014 1:00 am

Madison Rd. and Observatory Ave. Cincinnati

Aug 22 - Aug 23, 2014 1:00 am

W. Galbraith Rd. and Colerain Ave. Cincinnati

Aug 21 - Aug 22, 2014 12:00 am

Hamilton Ave and Adams Rd. Cincinnati

Aug 15 - Aug 15, 2014 12:00 am

Red Bank Rd. and Woodland Rd. Cincinnati

Aug 08 - Aug 9, 2014 12:00 am

Sr-125 and Bennett Rd. Cincinnati

Jul 25 - Jul 26, 2014 12:00 am

US 42 and Dimmick Rd. Cincinnati

Jul 18 - Jul 19, 2014 1:00 am

Beechmont Ave and Pamela Rd. Cincinnati

Jun 27 - Jun 28, 2014 1:00 am

Wooster Pike- Village Square Mariemont

Jun 25 - Jun 26, 2014 1:00 am

Beechmont Ave. and Wooster Rd. Cincinnati

May 30 - May 31, 2014 1:00 am

Colerain Ave. and Hawaiian Terrace Cincinnati

May 23 - May 24, 2014 3:00 am

Plainfield Rd and Rossplain Dr. Blueash

May 17 - May 18, 2014 12:00 am

Hamilton Ave. Cincinnati- Mount Healthy

May 09 - May 9, 2014 12:00 am

Delhi Area Cincinnati

Apr 25 - Apr 13, 2014 3:00 am

Springfield Pike and Cloverdale Ave. Cincinnati

Apr 25 - Apr 26, 2014 1:00 am

2000 Block Harrison Ave. Cincinnati

Apr 11 - Apr 12, 2014 2:00 am

Colerain Ave and Harry Lee Ln. Cincinnati

Mar 22 - Mar 22, 2014 12:00 am

Delhi Ave Cincinnati

Mar 21 - Mar 22, 2014 1:00 am

E. Mcmillan St. and Maplewood Ave. Cincinnati

Mar 14 - Mar 15, 2014 12:00 am

US 42 and Hauck Rd. Cincinnati

Feb 02 - Feb 2, 2014 12:00 am

Ohio State Patrol- DUI Blitz- Saturation Patrols Cincinnati

Nov 28 - Nov 28, 2013 12:00 am

Race Rd. and Bridgetown Rd. Cincinnati

Nov 15 - Nov 16, 2013 1:00 am

Spring Grove Ave and Winton Rd. Cincinnati

Oct 25 - Oct 14, 2013 1:00 am

Colerain Ave Area of Mount Airy Arboretum Cincinnati

Oct 25 - Oct 25, 2013 12:00 am

US 42 and I 275 Cincinnati- Sharonville

Oct 25 - Oct 25, 2013 12:00 am

OH 4 and I 275 Cincinnati- Springdale

Oct 04 - Oct 4, 2013 12:00 am

Beechmont Ave. and Pamela Rd. Cincinnati- Anderson Township

Sep 28 - Sep 29, 2013 1:00 am

Harrison Ave. and Mchenry Ave. Cincinnati

Sep 27 - Sep 28, 2013 1:00 am

Ohio 125 and and Merwin 10 Mile Rd. Cincinnati- Pierce Township

Sep 20 - Sep 20, 2013 12:00 am

Beechmont Ave. and 8 Mile Rd. Cincinnati- Anderson Township

Sep 20 - Sep 21, 2013 12:00 am

Plainfield Rd. and Ronald Reagan Hwy. Blueash

Sep 07 - Sep 8, 2013 2:00 am

Reading Rd. Cincinnati- Sharonville

Aug 30 - Aug 30, 2013 12:00 am

Madison Rd. and Easthill Ave. Cincinnati

Aug 24 - Aug 25, 2013 2:00 am

Reading Rd. and Sharon Rd. Cincinnati

Aug 23 - Aug 24, 2013 2:00 am

Madison Rd. South of Dana Ave. Cincinnati

Aug 09 - Aug 10, 2013 3:00 am

Springfield Pike and Lawnview Ave. Cincinnati- Springdale

Jul 12 - Jul 13, 2013 1:00 am

River Rd. and Mount Echo Rd. Cincinnati

Jul 05 - Jul 6, 2013 2:00 am

Harrison Ave. and Westwood Northern Blvd. Cincinnati

Jun 28 - Jun 29, 2013 1:00 am

Queen City Bypass and Wyoming Ave Cincinnati

Jun 21 - Jun 21, 2013 12:00 am

Rt. 125 and I 275 Cincinnati

Jun 01 - Jun 2, 2013 3:00 am

Blueash Rd. and Ronald Reagan Hwy. Blueash

May 18 - May 18, 2013 12:00 am

Glenway Ave. and Bridgetown Rd. Cincinnati

May 17 - May 18, 2013 1:00 am

Martin Luther King Drive Rd. W. and Clifton Ave. Cincinnati

Apr 19 - Apr 20, 2013 1:00 am

Delta Ave. and Columbia Pkwy. Cincinnati

Apr 12 - Apr 13, 2013 3:00 am

Springfield Pike and W. Kemper Rd. Cincinnati- Springdale

Mar 23 - Mar 23, 2013 12:00 am

Harrison Ave. and Kilby Rd. Harrison

Mar 22 - Mar 23, 2013 1:00 am

E. Mcmillan St. and Maplewood Ave. Cincinnati- Mount Auburn

Mar 16 - Mar 16, 2013 12:00 am

US 50 Mariemont

Mar 16 - Mar 17, 2013 3:00 am

Wooster Pike and Miami Rd. Cincinnati

Mar 15 - Mar 15, 2013 12:00 am

Needmore Rd. and Wadsworth Rd. Harrison

Feb 23 - Feb 23, 2013 12:00 am

Colerain Ave and W. Galbraith Rd. Cincinnati

Nov 24 - Nov 24, 2012 12:00 am

Plainfield Rd. and Ronald Reagan Hwy. Blueash

Nov 16 - Nov 17, 2012 1:00 am

E. Mcmillan St. Cincinnati

Oct 26 - Oct 27, 2012 1:00 am

Straight St. Near/ or Central Parkway Cincinnati

Sep 21 - Sep 22, 2012 1:00 am

Spring Grove Ave. and Winton Rd. Cincinnati

Sep 15 - Sep 15, 2012 12:00 am

OH 125 and Hopper Hill Rd. Cincinnati

Aug 24 - Aug 24, 2012 12:00 am

Colerain Ave. and Banning Rd. Cincinnati

Aug 17 - Aug 18, 2012 1:00 am

River Rd. and Montreal St. Cincinnati

Aug 10 - Aug 11, 2012 3:00 am

Wooster Pike and Miami Rd. Cincinnati

Jul 04 - Jul 4, 2012 12:00 am

Lincoln Heights, Exit I-75 Cincinnati

Jun 29 - Jun 29, 2012 12:00 am

Delta Ave. and Columbia Parkway Cincinnati

Jun 29 - Jun 29, 2012 12:00 am

Riverside Dr. Cincinnati

Apr 28 - Apr 28, 2012 12:00 am

Martin Luther King Dr. and Clifton Ave. Cincinnati

Apr 28 - Apr 28, 2012 12:00 am

Ohio 127 in Hamilton Co. Cincinnati

Apr 20 - Apr 20, 2012 12:00 am

Cooper Rd. and Reed Hartman Highway Blueash

Mar 30 - Mar 14, 2012 3:00 am

Pfeiffer Rd. and Hickory Point Dr. Cincinnati

Mar 23 - Mar 24, 2012 3:00 am

7600 Reading Rd. Cincinnati

Nov 23 - Nov 23, 2011 12:00 am

Needmore Rd. Harrison

Nov 19 - Nov 19, 2011 12:00 am

Spring Grove Ave. and Winton Rd. by cemetary Cincinnati

Oct 15 - Oct 15, 2011 12:00 am

Central Parkway Cincinnati

Sep 02 - Sep 2, 2011 12:00 am

Kemper Ave. and Hamilton Ave. Cincinnati

Aug 26 - Aug 27, 2011 2:00 am

Reading Rd. and E. Sharon Rd. Cincinnati

Aug 26 - Aug 26, 2011 12:00 am

6th St. Viaduct and River Rd. Area Cincinnati

Aug 20 - Aug 20, 2011 12:00 am

Hamilton Co. limits Cincinnati

Aug 19 - Aug 20, 2011 1:00 am

Colerain Rd. and Blue Spruce Rd. Cincinnati

Jul 23 - Jul 23, 2011 12:00 am

Reed Hartman Highway and Cornell Rd. Blueash

Jul 22 - Jul 22, 2011 12:00 am

Queen City Bypass and White St. Cincinnati

Jun 25 - Jun 25, 2011 12:00 am

Beechmont Levy Cincinnati

May 06 - May 6, 2011 12:00 am

Colerain Ave Cincinnati

Apr 29 - Apr 29, 2011 12:00 am

Martin Luther King Dr. and Burnet Ave. Cincinnati

Mar 25 - Mar 26, 2011 12:00 am

Spring Grove Ave. and Salway Park Cincinnati

Feb 25 - Feb 25, 2011 12:00 am

Pfeiffer Rd. and Hickory Point Dr. Blueash

Feb 04 - Feb 5, 2011 1:00 am

Glenway Ave. and Werk Rd, Cincinnati

Dec 18 - Dec 19, 2010 3:00 am

Plainfield Rd. South of Ronald Reagan Hwy 126 Cincinnati

Nov 24 - Nov 24, 2010 11:00 pm

Pfeiffer Rd. W. of I 71 Cincinnati

Nov 06 - Nov 7, 2010 12:00 am

Colerain Ave. and Dry Ridge Rd. Cincinnati

Oct 29 - Oct 30, 2010 12:00 am

Central Parkway near Marshall Ave. Cincinnati

Sep 10 - Sep 10, 2010 12:00 am

4500 Spring Grove Ave. Cincinnati

Sep 03 - Sep 4, 2010 2:00 am

Springdale Rd.- Northgate Mall Area Cincinnati

Aug 27 - Aug 28, 2010 3:00 am

10900 Reading Rd. Cincinnati- Sharonville

Aug 21 - Aug 21, 2010 12:00 am

Eastern Ave. near St. Andrew Cincinnati

Aug 21 - Aug 21, 2010 12:00 am

Riverside Dr. and Delta Ave. Cincinnati

Aug 20 - Aug 20, 2010 11:00 pm

Blueash Rd. near SR 126 Blueash

Aug 20 - Aug 21, 2010 3:00 am

Plainfield Rd. Blueash

Jul 17 - Jul 17, 2010 2:00 am

Colerain Ave. at Blue Spruce Rd. Cincinnati

Jul 17 - Jul 17, 2010 11:00 pm

West Northbend Rd. south of Connecticut Ave. Cincinnati

Jun 05 - Jun 6, 2010 3:00 am

Beechmont Ave near Wilmer Ave and Sr 32 Cincinnati

May 21 - May 22, 2010 4:00 am

West Chester Township US 42 Cincinnati

May 14 - May 15, 2010 2:00 am

6500 Colerain Ave. Cincinnati

Apr 24 - Apr 25, 2010 3:00 am

Martin Luther King Ave. near Clifton Ave. Cincinnati

Mar 27 - Mar 27, 2010 12:00 am

Hamilton Co. Cincinnati

Mar 19 - Mar 20, 2010 3:00 am

Plainfield Rd. and Ronald Reagan Blueash

Dec 18 - Dec 18, 2009 10:00 pm

10461 Kenwood Rd. Cincinnati

Dec 18 - Dec 19, 2009 1:00 am

Kenwood Rd. between Cooper and Hunt Blueash

Nov 25 - Nov 25, 2010 10:00 pm

4320 Glendale Milford Rd. Blueash

Oct 30 - Oct 31, 2009 3:00 am

Plainfield Rd. at Ronald Reagan Hwy Overpass Blueash

Oct 30 - Oct 30, 2009 11:00 pm

Blueash Rd. at Ronald Reagan Hwy Overpass Blueash

Sep 19 - Sep 20, 2009 3:00 am

West Northbend Rd. and Hamilton Ave. Cincinnati

Sep 04 - Sep 4, 2009 12:00 am

Colerain Township- Undisclosed location Cincinnati

Sep 05 - Sep 6, 2009 3:00 am

Multiple County Checkpoints Cincinnati

Aug 28 - Aug 29, 2010 3:00 am

Reading Rd. North of Roselawn CIncinnati

Aug 22 - Aug 23, 2009 3:00 am

Reading Rd. north of Stony Brook Dr. Cincinnati

Jul 18 - Jul 18, 2009 12:00 am

County Check Point Cincinnati

Jul 04 - Jul 5, 2009 12:00 am

Saturation Patrols CIncinnati

Jun 27 - Jun 28, 2009 12:00 am

Heavy DUI Patrols Cincinnati

Jun 13 - Jun 13, 2009 12:00 am

Undisclosed Location Cincinnati

Jun 12 - Jun 13, 2009 3:00 am

Union Township- Ohio 125 west of I 275 Cincinnati

May 02 - May 2, 2009 12:00 am

Undisclosed Location Cincinnati

Apr 25 - Apr 26, 2009 3:00 am

Martin Luther King Blvd. east of Clifton Ave. Cincinnati (UC Area)

Mar 28 - Mar 29, 2009 3:00 am

Queen City Bypass between Clifford St. and Queen City Ave. Cincinnati

Oct 18 - Oct 18, 2008 12:00 am

Undisclosed Location Blueash

Sep 27 - Sep 28, 2008 3:00 am

Reading Road near Seymour CIncinnati

Aug 31 - Sep 1, 2008 3:00 am

US 52 just east of mile post 29 Cincinnati

Mar 17 - Mar 18, 2017 12:00 am

Red Bank Rd. and Woodland Rd. Cincinnati- Fairfax

Mar 24 - Mar 25, 2017 12:00 am

190 E. McMillen St Cincinnati-Auburn

Apr 21 - Apr 22, 2017 2:00 am

Montgomery and Mentor Ave. Cincinnati

May 12 - May 13, 2017 2:00 am

River Road and Mt. Echo Road Cincinnati

Jun 09 - Jun 10, 2017 1:00 am

Colerain Ave. and Harry Lee Ln. Cincinnati

Jul 07 - Jul 7, 2017 2:00 am

Hamilton Ave. and Hastings Ave. Cincinnati

Jul 15 - Jul 16, 2017 2:00 am

Wooster Pike and East Street Cincinnati Milford

Jul 21 - Jul 22, 2017 2:00 am

Winton Road and Kings Run Cincinnati

Aug 18 - Nov 9, 2017 1:00 am

Plainfield Road and Ronald Regan Highway Blue Ash

Sep 21 - Sep 22, 2017 1:00 am

Reading Road and East Liberty Street Over the Rhine

Sep 22 - Sep 23, 2017 1:00 am

Plainfield Road and Cross County Blue Ash

Mar 16 - Mar 16, 2018 11:00 pm

Montgomery Rd and Wayland Ave - Norwood Cincinnati

Apr 26 - Apr 26, 2018 12:00 am

Glenway Ave and Warsaw Ave Area - West Price Hill Cincinnati

May 24 - May 24, 2018 12:00 am

E Mcmillan St and Auburn Ave Area - Near Uc Campus Cincinnati

Jun 21 - Jun 21, 2018 12:00 am

Cincinnati Checkpoint Canceled - Hamilton County Ovi Task Force Cincinnati

Jun 29 - Jun 30, 2018 1:00 am

W Galbraith Rd East Of Colerain Ave Cincinnati

Jul 11 - Jul 11, 2018 12:00 am

Red Bank Rd and Us-50 Area Cincinnati

Jul 13 - Jul 13, 2018 12:00 am

Ohio Pike and Hopper Hill Rd Area Cincinnati

Jul 19 - Jul 19, 2018 12:00 am

Martin Luther King Dr W and Clifton Ave - Uc Area Cincinnati

Jul 20 - Jul 20, 2018 12:00 am

Wooster Pike and East St Area Cincinnati

Aug 03 - Aug 3, 2018 12:00 am

Delta Ave North Of Columbia Pkwy Cincinnati

Aug 03 - Aug 3, 2018 10:30 pm

Riverside Dr and St Andrews St Area Cincinnati

Aug 04 - Aug 4, 2018 12:00 am

Waycross Rd and Winton Rd Cincinnati

Sep 06 - Sep 6, 2018 11:00 pm

Kenwood Rd and Belleview Ave Area Blue Ash

Sep 10 - Sep 10, 2018 10:30 pm

W Galbraith Rd East Of Colerain Ave Cincinnati

Sep 10 - Sep 10, 2018 12:00 am

Blue Rock Rd and Cheviot Rd Area Cincinnati

Sep 14 - Sep 14, 2018 11:00 pm

Hamilton Ave and Hastings Ave - Mt. Healthy Area Cincinnati

Oct 28 - Oct 28, 2018 7:00 pm

Us-50 and Wooster Pike - Fairfax Cincinnati

Nov 16 - Nov 16, 2018 12:00 am

Colerain Ave and Harry Lee Ln Cincinnati

Feb 15 - Feb 17, 2019 12:00 am

Enforcement Blitz On I-75 Ohio - Kentucky Cincinnati

Mar 15 - Mar 15, 2019 12:00 am

Red Bank Rd - Fairfax Area Cincinnati

Apr 26 - Apr 26, 2019 11:00 pm

Hamilton Ave and Ashtree Dr Area - Northside Cincinnati

May 24 - May 24, 2019 11:00 pm

Springfield Pike South Of I-275 - Springdale Cincinnati

May 30 - May 30, 2019 11:00 pm

E Mcmillan St and Auburn Ave - Area Of Uc Campus Cincinnati

Jun 07 - Jun 7, 2019 11:00 pm

Riverside Dr and St Andrews St Area Cincinnati

Jun 14 - Jun 14, 2019 11:00 pm

Wooster Pike and Miami Rd Area Mariemont

Jun 28 - Jun 28, 2019 9:30 pm

W Galbraith Rd East Of Colerain Ave Cincinnati

Jun 28 - Jun 28, 2019 12:00 am

Blue Rock Rd and Cheviot Rd Are Cincinnati

Jul 11 - Jul 11, 2019 12:00 am

Winton Rd and Kings Run Dr Area - Winton Woods Cincinnati

Jul 12 - Jul 12, 2019 12:00 am

Ohio Pike and Hopper Hill Rd Area Cincinnati

Cincinnati DUI Checkpoints & OVI Saturation Patrols (2024)

FAQs

Do you have to answer questions at a DUI checkpoint in Ohio? ›

YOUR RIGHTS AT DUI CHECKPOINTS

Right to Remain Silent: You have the right to remain silent and not answer any questions beyond providing basic identification information. You are not obligated to disclose any additional details about where you're coming from or where you're going.

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Can you get pulled over for turning around at a DUI checkpoint? ›

There is no law preventing someone from intentionally avoiding a DUI checkpoint. A driver may turn around or take another route–as long as it is safe to do so. As a practical matter, law enforcement agencies typically give drivers sufficient warning to allow them to safely avoid the checkpoint.

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What app shows checkpoints near me? ›

Relaid is one of the largest real-time information services that processes reports of police activity and other traffic related incidents. Join Relaid to share and receive community-reported, real-time roadblock and checkpoint locations in your area or beyond through a friendly chat screen.

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Can you refuse to answer questions at a DUI checkpoint in California? ›

Your Rights at DUI Checkpoints

Right to Remain Silent: You can remain silent during the encounter. You are not obligated to answer questions beyond your identification and vehicle-related documents. Politely inform the officer that you choose to exercise your right to remain silent.

Can you refuse a BAC test at a checkpoint in Ohio? ›

In Ohio, it is against the law to refuse a chemical test for DUI when asked by a law enforcement officer. Men and women who are pulled over in a traffic stop under suspicion of drugged or drunk driving can only choose to comply or suffer the negative effects of refusal.

Can you turn around before a DUI checkpoint in Ohio? ›

Checkpoints can be recognized by large reflective signs and marked police cars. It is at this point that vehicles are permitted to turn around. Once you enter the zone marked off by cones and a sign signaling that a sobriety checkpoint is ahead, you are legally not permitted to exit the checkpoint.

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Do DUI checkpoints violate the 4th Amendment? ›

Sitz, 496 U.S. 444 (1990) ruled that detaining all drivers at a DUI checkpoint did not violate the Fourth Amendment if the officers only briefly stopped each driver – for only 25 seconds in that case – and conducted the checkpoint according previously established guidelines. The California Supreme Court in People v.

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Is a DUI checkpoint constitutional? ›

DUI checkpoints are, in fact, legal under both the United States and State of California constitutions.

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What happens if you turn around before a checkpoint? ›

You could turn down a different street or go back the way you came. Provided that you do not engage in illegal maneuvers, simply attempting to avoid the checkpoint won't be a violation of the law that justifies an arrest. However, police officers often watch for those who reroute their vehicles.

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Does Google Maps show DUI checkpoints? ›

Another great option for avoiding DUI checkpoints in California is Google Maps. This app also offers real-time information about traffic conditions, construction, and other obstacles on the road.

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How to find local checkpoints? ›

Police department websites, local newspapers and news websites, and local TV news stations are often your best source to finding out about DUI checkpoints prior to driving.

What is the app that avoids checkpoints? ›

While Waze is not the only app with this feature, it boasts one of the largest user bases, leading to more frequent and accurate reports. The power of knowledge in avoiding potential DUI checkpoints and law enforcement encounters is enticing. However, there are certain caveats and concerns regarding this approach.

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What to say if an officer asks if you have been drinking? ›

Even if you've only had one drink, you must not lie. Do not say that you haven't been drinking because lying to the police is a crime. Instead, politely tell the police that “My attorney advised me to remain silent and not answer any questions.” You will avoid incriminating yourself with this answer.

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Do you have to roll down your window at a DUI checkpoint in California? ›

The drivers stopped are asked to roll down their windows wide enough to speak to them. During this time, police are looking for signs of drunkenness like: Slurred speech.

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Do you have to show ID at a DUI checkpoint California? ›

Drivers must open the car window, show their driver's license and insurance, and have a brief conversation with the police officer. Police officers at the DUI roadblock can only detain people longer if they have probable cause to believe they are driving under the influence.

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What is the checkpoint law in Ohio? ›

Although they may seem like a violation of your rights, courts have ruled that checkpoints are legal, provided they fall within certain guidelines. Exercising your rights to remain silent and refuse a field sobriety test may not be enough to keep you from getting arrested and charged with driving under the influence.

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Can you refuse to show ID in Ohio? ›

Identification: Unless you are driving (see above), you are not required to show the police your identification, and you are not required to tell them anything beyond your name, address and date of birth.

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Are field sobriety tests mandatory in Ohio? ›

The simple answer to this question is, “No.” You do NOT have to submit to a field sobriety test and there is not penalty or enhancement for refusal. In Ohio, you are within your rights to refuse a field sobriety test how you similarly can refuse a Portable Breathalyzer Test (PBT).

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Can you turn around at a checkpoint? ›

It is important to emphasize that drivers can turn around and avoid checkpoints if doing so is safe. However, once at a checkpoint, they cannot refuse to provide their license and registration, answer the officer's questions, or pull over if instructed.

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Cincinnati DUI Checkpoints & OVI Saturation Patrols (2024)

FAQs

Do you have to answer questions at a DUI checkpoint in Ohio? ›

How to find local checkpoints? ›

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