State v. Campbell

{¶ 1} We are presented with a question of law certified by the First District Court of Appeals as having received conflicting answers from the various districts. To harmonize the application of the laws of the state of Ohio, we hold that the amendment of a criminal charge from one subparagraph of R.C. 4511.19(A) to another subparagraph of the same subsection does not change the name and identity of the charged offense within the meaning of Crim.R. 7(B).

{¶ 2} Christopher Campbell was cited for driving while under the influence of alcohol in violation of R.C. 4511.19 following an automobile…