The bill amends section 4513.36 of the Revised Code to broaden the scope of the prohibition against interfering with law enforcement during arrests to include all motor vehicle-related laws. It introduces a definition for "peace officer" and specifies that both drivers and passengers must disclose their name, address, and date of birth to a peace officer upon request if the officer reasonably suspects a violation of motor vehicle laws or equivalent municipal ordinances.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that operators and passengers are not required to answer questions beyond their basic identification information, and they can refuse to disclose their age or date of birth if it pertains to the suspected violation. Violations of the new provisions will result in penalties, with obstructing a peace officer classified as a second-degree misdemeanor and failing to provide identification as a fourth-degree misdemeanor. The existing section 4513.36 is repealed to accommodate these changes.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4513.36
As Reported By House Committee: 4513.36
As Passed By House: 4513.36