OVI Defense Attorney in Dayton
Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence Defense in Montgomery, Greene, Miami, Clark, and Warren Counties and throughout ohio
What is OVI?
OVI stands for "Operating a Vehicle under the Influence" of alcohol and/or drugs. Both alcohol-related and drug-related OVI violations are serious offenses that can have lasting impacts on an individual's life. It is important to understand the laws in Ohio to ensure you are not putting yourself at risk of a charge.
In Ohio, any person who is at least 21 years of age operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) over 0.08 percent or with controlled substances in their system can be charged with an OVI offense. However, an underage motorist (under 21 years old) can be arrested for OVI with a BAC of at least 0.02 percent, while a commercial driver can be charged with a BAC of at least 0.04 percent.
Even if your BAC is below the legal limit, you may still be charged with an OVI if you appear to be impaired. Additionally, there are enhanced penalties for high BAC levels, driving with a commercial driver's license, or having prior OVI convictions.
Upon being arrested, you are immediately placed in a situation you may have never been in before, such as:
- You are taken to the police station in handcuffs,
- Your license is immediately suspended,
- Your car may be towed and impounded,
- You have mandatory court appearances,
- You are facing large fines, court costs, and various fees,
- You have to hire an experienced OVI/DUI attorney,
- You are charged with a crime that has mandatory jail time,
- You may remain in jail until your bond is posted,
- You may be required to have restrictive license plates,
- You may be required to undergo alcohol/drug treatment,
- Your vehicle may be ordered to be immobilized or forfeited to the state,
- An OVI is not expungable and permanently remains on your record,
- An OVI adds six points to your driving record,
- If you have prior OVI convictions, you are facing much more severe penalties.
OVI violations can result in jail time, fines and fees, community service, and/or mandatory alcohol treatment programs. In addition to these criminal penalties, a conviction could also result in personal repercussions such as increased insurance premiums or lost job opportunities. If you are charged with an OVI offense, it is important to find legal representation right away.
Being arrested for Operating a Vehicle under the Influence (OVI) or Driving while under the Influence (DUI) is a life changing event. The moment the police officer charges you with the crime of OVI or DUI your life can be turned upside down. Kane Law Offices can help you protect build a strong defense and obtain a positive outcome to your case.
To get started on your case, call our Dayton DUI defense attorney at (937) 887-4700 today.
OVI Practice Areas
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Breathalyzer
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Court Appearance
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Defenses
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Driving Privileges
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Driving Under Suspended License
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Evidence
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Fines
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Other Penalties
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Sentencing
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Rely on A Dayton OVi/DUI Defense Attorney with Experience in OVI Cases
Attorney Travis Kane has handled hundreds of OVI cases and he understands the drastic effects an OVI has on your life. As his client, he will fight to get your driving privileges reinstated, he will defend you in court as a defendant, and he will do whatever he can to keep you from going to jail.
Your case will be handled in the most competent and efficient manner. Attorney Travis Kane will do what it takes to reduce the possibility of these negative and life-altering consequences and ensure that your OVI case goes as smoothly as possible.
Schedule an initial consultation by calling us directly at (937) 887-4700 or completing our online form.
Case results
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OVIOut client was charged with an OVI and speeding for going 70 in a 35 mph zone. The court he was in meant he would have to do jail time with those aggravating facts. At our first court appearance, we realized we had the opportunity to settle the case immediately in a way that would prevent him going to jail. The strategy on this case changed unexpectedly and we kept our client out of jail by improvising.
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RapeOur client was a college student charged with raping another college student. We set the case for a jury trial. After several days of testimony and arguing, we were able to convince the jury to render a NOT GUILTY verdict on all counts. Our client was let out of the jail the same day and was able to resume going to college. He was grateful that we saved his life and future.
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OVIThis client was charged with OVI after leaving a party. Field Sobriety Testing was not performed well and he submitted to a Breathalyzer. Due to our client being in the military, an OVI conviction would impact him severely. We settled the case by getting the charge reduced to Reckless Operation and he did not receive any jail time of have any license suspension.
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OVIThis was the first time our client had even been charged with a crime. The officer suspended her license and prohibited her from driving. We filed a motion with the court and got her driving privileges back immediately. We then went to court and got her case dismissed. She now has her license fully reinstated and no criminal convictions on her record.
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Domestic ViolenceWe were contacted by our client after he got out of jail for Domestic Violence. We went to court and were able to get the charge dismissed at the first appearance. This preserved our client’s status in the military and he was able to return home after being ordered to stay away.
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OVI
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Rape
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OVI
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OVI
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Domestic Violence