Criminally Charged with Multiple DUI? Get Legal Help Today!

Being charged with one DUI offense is serious enough, but should you have a previous record of convictions, this could become even more severe. Penalties that are associated with the criminal offense of drunk driving are nothing to take lightly and should you have a prior DUI / OVI conviction, you will be facing enhanced penalties and an uphill battle.

For example, in the state of Ohio, a first time offense of drunk driving will result in imprisonment between three days and six months, three day driver intervention program, a license suspension between six months and three years, a reinstatement fee of $475 and a monetary fine that can range between $375 and $1,075.

For a second time offense, the penalties could include the following:

  • Ten day minimum of imprisonment;
  • From 18 days to 6 months of electronic home monitoring;
  • Monetary fine between $525 and $1625;
  • Suspension of driver’s license between one to five years;
  • Reinstatement fee of $475; and
  • 90 days of vehicle immobilization

For a free legal consultation with a multiple dui lawyer serving Columbus, call 614-675-4845

Charged with a second, third or fourth OVI in Columbus?

If you are facing multiple DUI offense, it is important to recognize the increased severity of penalties that you will also be facing. Beyond this, it is important to recognize that your criminal record will likely be playing against you. While you are legally to be considered innocent until proven otherwise, should you have a criminal record of drunk driving, the courts will be more inclined to think that you are a repeat offender. To ensure that your rights are protected, it is in your best interests to get the involvement of a knowledgeable Columbus DUI lawyer who will be able to address your situation to determine the best course of action.

At Koffel Brininger Nesbitt, we are proud to always go the distance in our efforts to provide our clients with the reliable legal assistance that they truly deserve. Should you choose to work with our firm, you can rest assured knowing that we will do everything that we can to combat the charges and fight for the best possible outcome on your behalf. In some cases, this could mean an acquittal of the charges or it could mean a reduction in the penalties. Regardless, you can trust that should you choose to work with our firm that we will always go above and beyond in our efforts to help you. Call us today to learn more.