What Does a “Lanes of Travel” or “Marked Lanes” Charge Mean?

Image via WikipediaA marked lanes charge is often a companion charge to a DUI/OVI offense. It is also a "cue" that the officer may look for based on his/her National Highway Transportation Safety Administration training. Many people believe that weaving, in and of itself, is both a crime and an indication of drunk driving. This article will demonstrate the Ohio law on these matters as they are most frequently charged (marked lanes; lanes of travel). Check your ticket and see if you have violated this law. Ohio Revised Code sec. 4511.25...

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Reckless Operation

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The statutory definition of reckless operation can be found at Ohio Revised Code Section 4511.20 which states: 4511.20 Operation in willful or wanton disregard of the safety of persons or property.(A) No person shall operate a vehicle, trackless trolley, or streetcar on any street or highway in willful or wanton disregard of the safety of persons or property. (B) Except as otherwise provided in this division, whoever violates this section is guilty of a minor misdemeanor. If, within one year of the offense, the offender previously has been convicted of or pleaded guilty to...

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What Does a “Lanes of Travel” or “Marked Lanes” Charge Mean?

Reckless Operation

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