OVI/DUI

Sandusky, Ohio OVI/DUI Defense Attorney

It is easy to be stopped for making a simple mistake in unfamiliar surroundings. This is especially true if you've just spend a day of fun and relaxation at Cedar Point. Perhaps you had one drink too many? Perhaps your unfamiliarity with the area made your driving seem erratic? It is not uncommon for this to lead to being pulled over on the suspicion of drunk driving.

If charged, it is very possible you are not guilty. Breathalyzer machines are not infallible. The police may not have followed proper procedures. You should contact an attorney immediately to protect your rights.

Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated (OVI) is an offense you can commit without knowing it! Contact Attorney Troy D. Wisehart today for experienced DUI/OVI defense.

Ohio DUI/OVI Charges and Consequences

If convicted of your first drunk driving offense, you may be subject to a minimum three days in jail or a confinement alcohol intervention program. You will receive a minimum six month license suspension and a $1,000 fine. Depending on the number of DUI convictions you have had in the past six years, the minimum consequences increase.

Charges can be different depending on your blood alcohol content (BAC) level. In Ohio, you are legally intoxicated if your breathalyzer test registers a .08 BAC or higher. If you blow between .08 and .17, you will be charged with a low-tier OVI. Blowing above a .17 is a high-tier charge, which increases the severity of consequences.

Breathalyzer Tests and Field Sobriety Tests — Can I Refuse?

On your first OVI offense, you can refuse to take a breathalyzer without being charged with a separate offense. However, you can be charged with a misdemeanor if you refuse on subsequent offenses.

If you have been pulled over for suspicion of DUI, it is important to remember that you are not required to do field sobriety tests in the state of Ohio. Politely tell the officer that you are not intoxicated and prefer not to do the sobriety tests.

Let Us Put Our Experience to Work for You

As your legal representatives, we can help you to lessen or dismiss the charges against you. We may also be able to assist you with overturning your driver's license suspension or Administrative License Suspension (ALS). With over 17 years of criminal defense experience, our attorney, Troy D. Wisehart, is prepared to help you minimize the damage these charges have caused.

We offer a free initial consultation in all criminal matters. Contact us today at 419-625-7770 to begin putting your life back on track.

Calhoun, Kademenos & Childress Co., L.P.A.

502 West Washington Street
Sandusky, OH 44870-2419
Telephone: 419-625-7770
Fax: 419-525-9473

The Sandusky, Ohio law offices of Calhoun, Kademenos & Childress Co., L.P.A. provides criminal defense representation to clients in the cities of: Lorain, Elyria, Norwalk, Willard, Fostoria, Tiffin, Fremont, Bellevue, Clyde, Port Clinton and Mansfield. We also serve the following Northern Ohio counties: Erie County, Huron County, Lorain County, Seneca County, Sandusky County, Ottawa County and Richland County.