Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo received a citation for possessing an open container of alcohol in a moving vehicle [1, 2].
The incident involves a high-profile sports figure facing legal scrutiny in Wisconsin, drawing attention to the specifics of the arrest and the subsequent legal resolution.
Police arrested Romo on Thursday, July 23, 2026, in Milwaukee County [3, 4]. The arrest occurred on suspicion of operating while under the influence (OWI) after officers observed an open container of alcohol inside his vehicle [1, 4].
Body-camera footage from the stop captured the interaction between Romo and law enforcement. During the encounter, Romo asked, "You think I'm drunk?" [5].
A spokesperson for the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office confirmed the nature of the violation. "He had an open container of alcohol in the vehicle, which is a citation‑eligible offense," the spokesperson said [1].
Public records indicate the legal matter was addressed quickly. Romo paid the citation on July 27, 2026 [3, 5].
The citation for the open container was issued in connection with the broader OWI arrest [1, 2]. While the citation has been paid, the incident remains a point of public record in Milwaukee [3].
“"You think I'm drunk?"”
The rapid payment of the citation suggests a desire to resolve the immediate legal penalty associated with the open container violation. However, the initial arrest on suspicion of operating while under the influence represents a significant legal and public relations challenge for the former athlete.
