what is an ovi conviction
A conviction for DUI, now called OVI (operating a vehicle under the influence) in Ohio, can be classified as either a misdemeanor or a felony. Generally, the classification of an OVI or DUI conviction is as follows: A first OVI, or second within six years of the first, is a first degree misdemeanor (M-1); A third OVI within six years is an unclassified misdemeanor;
OVI is the abbreviation for Operating a vehicle impaired. Ohioâs General Assembly amended our drunk driving / DUI statute to broaden the offense from driving under the influence to operating a vehicle impaired. The big difference is that operation does not require that the vehicle actually be moving.