Romo's OWI Arrest
Former NFL Quarterback Tony Romo Arrested for OWI as Civil Offense in Milwaukee
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Former NFL quarterback and CBS broadcaster Tony Romo was arrested Thursday night in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for operating while under the influence, according to Kansas City Star. Romo, best known as the longtime Dallas Cowboys starting quarterback, was taken into custody in what is described as a book-and-release arrest.
Romo reportedly performed poorly during field sobriety tests before being detained, Mahoning Matters reported. He was later released after being booked on the OWI charge.
What OWI Means and What Romo Faces
OWI stands for "operating while intoxicated." In Wisconsin, a first-time OWI offense is generally treated as a civil violation, not a criminal charge. That is a key distinction — it means Romo does not face a criminal record from this arrest alone.
The typical penalty for a first-offense OWI in Wisconsin is a fine between $150 and $300, according to The State. Romo was booked and released, meaning he did not spend time in jail following the arrest.
Romo's Career Since Leaving the Cowboys
Romo retired from professional football and joined CBS Sports in April 2017. He quickly became the network's top color commentator, working alongside play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz on the No. 1 broadcast team, according to The News Tribune.
His broadcasting career has drawn mixed reviews. Some fans and critics have taken issue with his on-air style. Despite the criticism, he has held onto his role as CBS's lead NFL analyst, according to Idaho Statesman.
Arrest Unlikely to Cost Romo His CBS Role
Because the OWI charge is a civil matter and not a criminal one, Romo is expected to keep his position at CBS, according to Modesto Bee. Networks typically take a harder look at criminal arrests than civil violations when evaluating on-air talent.
CBS has not made a public statement about the arrest. Romo is expected to return to the broadcast booth for the upcoming NFL season as the network's No. 1 color commentator, kansas.com reported.
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