Ignition interlocks are an important tool used in Ohio to help prevent drunk driving. An interlock device requires a breath test for drivers to start their car. These devices disable a vehicle’s ignition if the driver cannot pass the breath test. When you or a loved...
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Anyone underage should think carefully before using a fake ID
Teenagers tend to view acquiring a fake ID as an innocent rite of passage. It is no wonder why juveniles often seek one out, as a forged license opens doors to experiences reserved exclusively for adults. Nevertheless, the fallout from a conviction for using illicit...
Ohio’s open container law affects both drivers and passengers
Most U.S. states have laws dictating that drivers can’t have open containers of alcohol next to them. This is understandable since having an open container of any alcoholic beverage could lead to drunk driving –a crime across America. While some would think an open...
Does your BAC level affect your potential OVI penalty?
Even if law enforcement officers have probable cause to stop, detain and arrest drivers they suspect to be operating a vehicle impaired (OVI), they still follow a process to confirm their belief. When the police suspect a driver to be under the influence, they conduct...
What happens if you’re charged with OVI as a minor?
There’s a very good reason why U.S. states have strict penalties for anyone caught driving drunk. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, motor vehicle collisions involving drunk drivers kill a person every 45 minutes in America. The penalties are...
Is drunk driving a felony in Ohio?
Drunk driving is a severe violation in Ohio, resulting in fines, jail time and other penalties. Despite being a serious crime, it is not always a felony. It can be a misdemeanor, depending on the incident's details. The first and second drunk driving offenses are...
Charged with OVI? Avoid these mistakes
Drunk driving, or operating a vehicle while impaired (OVI) as it is known in Ohio, is illegal just as it is elsewhere. Depending on the severity, a conviction for drunk driving can result in a variety of legal and personal consequences. To err is human. However, not...
3 points to remember about drunk driving this holiday season
The holiday season comes with an increase in festive gatherings that will likely include alcoholic beverages. Having a designated driver can help to keep everyone safe, but that’s not always how life works out. Here are a few points you need to remember about drunk...
Reasons the police might pull you over
Traffic violations are a top priority for law enforcement in Ohio. One of the key reasons for this is to prevent fatal accidents that occur almost on a daily basis. However, there is a balance to be struck between law enforcement doing their job and individuals having...
Can you refuse a breath test during an OVI traffic stop?
If an Ohio police officer suspects you of operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI), they will pull you over and talk to you. If your actions or answers to their questions make them more suspicious, they might ask you to exit your vehicle for a field sobriety...