Drunk driving, or ‘driving under the influence,’ a DUI, or as it is known in Ohio, an OVI, can be either a misdemeanor or a felony charge, depending on the situation. Either way , the charges are very serious and needed to be treated as such as they can result in both criminal and administrative penalties for adult offenders
If you are charged with an OVI, some attorneys will want you to just plead guilty, especially if it is your first offense. This is not a good idea as there are severe issues beyond any legal punishment you could get with a plead of guilty. Consider your employment. For instance, if you are a high level executive, most businesses can’t afford an OVI/DUI conviction as it will make the company look bad. The record can stay with you forever. Your reputation and your future are on the line and the best and most important thing you need is an experienced criminal defense attorney.
There are defenses for OVI/DUI. Too many people believe there isn’t much that can be done to fight it, and that is just not true. As an experienced criminal defense attorney, I will carefully go over your case and all the details that led to an arrest. A charge of this kind can happen to anyone. One or two drinks, an incomplete stop and suddenly you see the flash of red and blue lights behind you. Many people do not know their rights and give too much information to law enforcement leading to an arrest because they have incriminated themselves by even saying, “I had one drink”. Police will become suspicious and make the arrest. Often times, DUI /OVI arrests happen when the driver truly believed he wasn’t intoxicated, however the results of a breathalyzer will show otherwise.
Once I look at your case, I will determine the best approach. Maybe charges reduced, thrown out, or I will aggressively represent you in court and work to get at not guilty verdict.
The Bottom Line: Do not settle and plead guilty to a DUI/OVI arrest. I will work to help ensure you are given a fair trial. If you or a loved one has been charged with a DUI, make sure one of your first phone calls is to me. Put my number in your phone and I will quickly begin working on your defense right away. I will do everything in my power to get your through this situation.
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