It doesn’t matter what time of the year it is or what big events are coming through Ashland County. Police officers can often prove overzealous when arresting drivers for alleged OVI violations.
OVI charges, or operating a vehicle while intoxicated charges, generally strive to keep parties with more than 0.08 blood alcohol concentration (BAC) off of the road. If you feel you’ve been wrongfully accused of operating while under the influence, don’t go up against the state alone. Work with Ashland County OVI attorneys to challenge the charges brought against you.
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When to Contact an Ashland County OVI Attorney
It’s in your best interest to react quickly to accusations of operating a vehicle under the influence. If you try to have a conversation about your charges with arresting officers, those officers can use the information you provide them with against you in criminal court. Moreover, they will. Officers are not your friends, no matter how friendly they are at the time of your arrest.
According to your Miranda rights, you have the federally approved right to not only remain silent at the scene of an arrest but also to contact a criminal defense attorney. The sooner you can contact an OVI lawyer in Ashland County, the sooner you can protect yourself from officers’ attempts to make incriminating assumptions about your conduct.
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You can learn more about our fees during a free defense evaluation. These evaluations do not commit you to our representation. They let you get to know our team, let us get to know your financial situation, and allow all of us to explore what defenses may best help you protect your future.
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OVI Charges: What Do They Mean?
OVI charges in Ohio are functionally the same as DUI charges. Officers who suspect you may be operating a vehicle while under the influence of a controlled substance, from alcohol to Illegal drugs, may arrest you on suspicion of misconduct. You may even face OVI charges if you operate a restricted vehicle under the influence of legal substances.
Officers have an obligation to test your blood alcohol content or overall facilities before charging you with an OVI. You may participate in field tests or have to blow into a breathalyzer at the scene. You have the right to refuse these tests, but doing so can open you up to an immediate arrest.
Officers in Ohio can arrest you for an OVI if you blow a BAC of 0.08 percent or higher. Parties under the age of 21 have less leeway, as the state can have them arrested for blowing a BAC of 0.02 percent.
If officers accuse you of causing an accident while also under the influence, you may face an arrest before officers test your BAC or other faculties. Other forms of misconduct, like severe or fatal car accidents, can compound the criminal charges brought against you.
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The Consequences of Unchallenged OVI Charges
The consequences for a driver’s first OVI, which constitutes a misdemeanor, can include the following:
- A minimum of three days in jail
- Fines of at least $375 but up to $1,075
- License suspension of up to three years
- Mandatory rehabilitation or drug/alcohol seminars
Ohio elaborates on these consequences in Ohio Revised Code §4511.19.
The consequences you face for an OVI can compound if your alleged misconduct caused an accident. You may also face more severe consequences if you have previously been charged with OVIs or related criminal misconduct.
You can work with an OVI attorney in Ashland County to determine whether or not the consequences you risk facing adequately reflect the severity of your alleged crime. If the consequences don’t match the charge, you may argue to have those consequences reduced. You’re a call away from feeling better about your future!
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Crafting a Defense Against Wrongful OVI Charges
You have the right to argue that the officers who arrested you misinterpreted the nature of your conduct at the scene. You can work with Ashland County OVI attorneys to determine which defenses might best help you build a case against the state. The defenses you use to protect your future can include the following:
- Misinterpretation of data
- Deliberate targeting
- Wrongful search and seizure
- Faulty BAC equipment
- Evidence suppression
KBN ranks among the top one percent of the best lawyers in America. You can count on our team to run possible defenses by you before determining how to approach our fight for your freedom. We do not agree to plea deals without first Consulting you. You have the final say on how your case proceeds.
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Taking Steps to Protect Your Future
You don’t have to accept the consequences of a wrongful OVI charge sitting down. You can collaborate with an Ashland County OVI lawyer to fight back in criminal court. Our efforts can help you protect your future and your finances from wrongful OVI consequences.
KBN has provided criminal representation to over 15,000 clients. That experience makes it easier for us to help people like you overcome the charges brought against them. Are you ready to learn more? We are available seven days a week, 7 am – 10 pm. Contact us today to secure tried and tested criminal defense representation.
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