by Casper Law“Party Plates” a Scarlet Letter for Drivers Convicted of OVI
Drunk driving is a crime that law enforcement takes seriously. The state of Ohio is particularly tough on alleged offenders.
by Casper LawAm I Safe If I’m under the Legal Limit for OVI?
By now, most people are aware of the dangers of drunk driving. Decades of public health campaigns have educated the public and discouraged driving under the influence. (Remember “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over”?)
by Casper LawSt. Patrick’s Day Will See Increased DUI Enforcement
The past few decades have seen our nation increasingly crack
down on drunk driving. Ohio (and other states) has passed stricter anti-DUI
laws, strengthened punishments for offenders, and increased enforcement—especially
during periods with a high occurrence of drunk driving.
by Casper LawHow Will a DUI Affect My Driving Record?
Facing a DUI (called an OVI, for “Operating a Vehicle under the Influence” in Ohio) is a scary, stressful experience.
by Casper LawHow Many Drinks Will Put You over the Legal Limit?
Like many people, you may enjoy alcoholic beverages now and again. When you’re at home, it’s no problem. But if you have to drive home from a restaurant or a friend’s house, it can be nerve-wracking.
by Casper LawWhat Are Field Sobriety Tests?
Field sobriety tests: you’ve probably heard of them, but you might not know what they actually are.
by Casper LawHow Long Does a DUI Conviction Stay on My Record?
Facing DUI charges is a stressful, frightening experience. The penalties for OVI can be severe: they include license suspension, steep fines, and jail time. And these are only the immediate consequences of conviction!
by Casper LawWhat Are My Rights when Stopped by the Police?
Have you ever been stopped by the police? There’s a good chance of this: the U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics reports that the most common reason a person has an encounter with the police is being in a traffic stop.
by Casper LawWhat Are the Penalties for Multiple DUI Offenses?
The state of Ohio takes drunk driving, or operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI), very seriously.
by Casper LawHow to Get Driving Privileges Back after a DUI
If you are arrested and charged with a DUI (OVI in Ohio), your license will be suspended. But what if you need to drive for work or school related reasons? Are there exceptions? And can you get your license back?