confused about mic and mip

[tool88]

What is the name of your state? Texas

I was recently issued a citation, and under violations the cop listed 1. MIP Alcohol and 2. MIC Alcohol. Does this mean that I am being charged with two separate offenses? The reason I am confused is because I have never heard of anyone being given both at the same time.

 

[CourtClerk]

If he wrote both statute codes, then it looks like you are being charged with both. It's quite possible by the way to be in possession without consuming (but I guess you can't consume without being in possession). Sounds like the officer was probably just trying to make sure one charge or the other will stick.

 

[tranquility]

While it seems like a lesser included offense logically, I wouldn't be suprised if the elements are not even related.