The bill amends section 4513.36 of the Revised Code to broaden the scope of the prohibition against interfering with arrests to encompass all motor vehicle-related laws. It introduces a definition for "peace officer" and specifies that no individual shall resist or obstruct a peace officer while they are attempting to make an arrest for violations of any section in Title XLV of the Revised Code or equivalent municipal ordinances. Additionally, the bill mandates 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 has occurred.

Furthermore, the bill establishes penalties for non-compliance, categorizing violations of the obstruction clause as a second-degree misdemeanor and violations of the disclosure requirement as a fourth-degree misdemeanor. It clarifies that individuals are not required to answer questions beyond their basic identification information and that they can refuse to disclose age-related information if it pertains to the suspected offense. The existing section 4513.36 is repealed, and the new provisions are set to take effect upon passage.

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