(6-15-25) The Ohio State Highway Patrol will have an OVI Sobriety Checkpoint this upcoming week in Wapakoneta.

Signs of Impairment and Field Sobriety Tests

At OVI checkpoints, officers look for signs of impairment. These may include erratic driving, slurred speech, or the smell of alcohol. If suspicion arises, a field sobriety test may be conducted. This test assesses a driver’s physical and cognitive abilities.

This is to deter and intercept impaired drivers. The actual location of the checkpoint will be announced the day prior.

As always, if you plan to drink alcohol, designate a driver or take a rideshare home.

“Don’t let another life be lost for the senseless and selfless act of getting behind the wheel impaired.”