Columbus DUI Lawyers

Columbus OVI DUI Drunk Driving Defense Lawyers

The Consequences Can Be Severe

“In Ohio, you are considered over the limit if your
blood alcohol content (BAC) is .08 percent or higher.

We are experienced OVI DUI Drunk Driving Lawyers with years of experience in protecting your rights.

The BAC limit is .02 percent if you are under age 21. The penalties for a conviction are harsh, even for a first OVI offense. You may face penalties that include:
• Three days in jail or completion of an alcohol education program
• Driver’s license suspension for six months to three years
• Six points on your driver’s license
• Fines up to $1,075

In addition, your driver’s license may be suspended pending an Administrative License Suspension (ALS) hearing. To contest the suspension, you must request an ALS hearing within 30 days of the arrest. We represent clients at these hearings and argue for the restoration of driving privileges.

Ohio is an implied-consent state. This means that by driving on Ohio roads, you have given your consent to take BAC tests if you are pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving. If you refuse to take the Breathalyzer test, your license will be suspended for one year.

The penalties for repeat OVI convictions become more serious with each additional conviction. If this is not your first offense, it is even more important for you must have an aggressive, experienced OVI defense lawyer on your side.

Contact Our Franklin County DUI Defense Attorneys at 614-221-9790 to arrange a free consultation.

At Scott and Nolder Law Firm, LPA, we have extensive experience in handling DUI, DWI and OVI cases and can effectively protect your rights . We understand that every DUI/DWI is different. You may be a first-time offender or you might have previous offenses or you might have been involved in a drunk driving accident. We focus on protecting your rights and addressing your specific needs. If you are a commercial driver, you will be concerned you may lose your CDL license. If you are college student, you may be worried that your school will enforce additional penalties, such as suspension. If you are a professional or parent, you may be worried about your reputation. In any case, charges of DUI, DWI or OVI require an experienced attorney to protect your rights and take appropriate action to limit the consequences you face. We handle all types of DUI cases, including:

• Complex DUI issues
• Repeat DUI cases
• Felony DUI cases
• High-test DUI cases
• Underage drinking cases

Facts about DUI/OVI and your potential defense:

  • The police must have probable cause to pull you over. Whether you were swerving, ran a red light, or witnesses confirmed that you were too drunk to drive, an officer cannot pull you over unless there is evidence to confirm you were driving suspiciously.
  • Even if you submitted to a blood alcohol content test, you may still be able to challenge the results. Breathalyzer tests, blood tests and urine tests must be properly administered. We will investigate how these tests were performed to make sure the evidence was obtained legally.
  • The burden of proof is on the state. In any criminal matter. Our role is to thoroughly investigate the facts of your case so that we can build the strongest defense possible and identify weaknesses in the state’s evidence.

Penalties for a DUI Are Lasting and Severe

A DUI leaves you with a criminal record that could affect your employment prospects, ability to obtain loans, and future opportunities. In addition, you may also face serious fines and penalties: the loss of your driver’s license and possible jail time. When charged with a DUI, it is important to aggressively protect your rights and interests. Our attorneys will provide a strategic defense and challenge the state’s evidence in DUI cases. We will analyze videos taken by the police and contact witnesses who may be helpful to your case. We also challenge breathalyzer and blood tests.

Contact Our Ohio DWI Attorneys for Dedicated Criminal Defense

Contact Scott and Nolder Law Firm at 614-221-9790 for an immediate consultation with an experienced lawyer in Columbus, Ohio, about DUI or OVUAC lawyer.