Two DUI checkpoints planned in Columbus tonight

The Franklin County DUI Task Force has announced two sobriety checkpoints from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday, April 8, within the same two-mile stretch.

Both checkpoints will be set up along Livingston Avenue.

East Columbus: Livingston Avenue east of Brice Road
Reynoldsburg: Livingston Avenue west of State Route 256

If you’re going out tonight, go ahead and make plans for designated driver. The easiest way to remember: The number 4. As in 614-444-4444, the number of Yellow Cab. Or go ahead and download the Uber app and set up an account.

Otherwise, here’s everything you need to know about DUI checkpoints from a Columbus criminal attorney.

By Yavitch & Palmer Co., L.P.A. | Posted on April 8, 2016

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