There are essentially two tiers of severity when it comes to OVI charges in Ohio. One is for all drivers caught with their BAC between 0.08% and 0.16%. The second and more serious tier is reserved for drivers with a BAC of 0.17% or more. This BAC distinction can, in some cases, have an effect on what penalties the accused is exposed to in their OVI case.
Penalties for drunk driving in Ohio can include:
First offense - Fines up to $1,075 and at least three days in jail
Second offense - Fines up to $1,625 and up to 6 months of jail
Third offense - Fines up to $2,500 and up to one year in jail
Fourth offense - Fines up to $10,000 and up to five years in jail
Fifth offense - Contact our firm today for further information
Please note that these are only some of the penalties that can come with these convictions. License revocation comes with each of these charges and other measures, such as continuous alcohol monitoring, house arrest, alcohol abuse education, even surrendering your vehicle are possible, as well. To learn more about what specific penalties you could be exposed to, contact our firm today.