In Matter of Suspension of Operating Privilege of Bardwell

On March 4, 1977, Richard W. Bard-well was arrested on Mineral Point Road in Madison, Wisconsin, and issued a citation for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant, contrary to Madison Ordinance No. 12.64(1) (a), adopting sec. 346.63(1) (a), Stats. Wisconsin’s Implied Consent Statute, sec. 343.305, Stats., provides that any person issued a citation for driving while intoxicated must submit to a chemical test designated by the Police Department if so requested by the traffic officer unless the refusal is reasonable. The issue here is whether respondent Richard W.…