Recently, a Central Ohio man found himself facing first-time charges for operating a vehicle while under the influence (OVI) after high results on a BAC (blood alcohol content) test. Knowing the implications a conviction for this offense could have on his life and livelihood (the…
Read More about Zanesville CDL Driver Sees OVI Charge ReducedIn London, Ohio, an individual was suspected of and arrested for OVI (operating a vehicle while under the influence). The penalties for a conviction of this offense include: Incarceration Fines Driver’s license suspension Alcohol education classes Collateral consequences Wanting to avoid these potential punishments, they…
Read More about London OVI Charge ReducedRecently, a Mount Gilead man found himself facing criminal charges for a second OVI offense. If convicted, he faced the following penalties: Up to 180 days in jail (10 of which would be mandatory) A mandatory minimum fine of $525 The installation of an ignition…
Read More about Second OVI Charge Dismissed for Mount Gilead ManRecently, an individual in Wapakoneta found themselves in need of a skilled DUI lawyer, as they were charged with operating a vehicle while under the influence (OVI). LHA negotiated with the prosecutor, as the client wanted to avoid the potential incarceration and fines that come…
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This is the second of a four-part series of blogs delving into the reliability of BAC tests commonly used by law enforcement officers in Ohio. This blog considers the reliability of blood alcohol concentration (BAC) breath tests, or breathalyzers. Other BAC tests that will be…
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This is the first of a four-part series of blogs delving into the reliability of BAC tests commonly used by law enforcement officers in Ohio. Every state, including Ohio, designates an individual with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 percent or greater as legally…
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