OVI & OMVI Charges

Being convicted of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated can have serious consequences, including loss of license, higher insurance costs, heavy fines and jail time. If you were stopped and charged with a OVI in the Columbus area or anywhere in Ohio, we are here to help. Our attorneys understand that good people can make mistakes and that breathalyzers can give false readings. At SRD Law Office, we have the knowledge necessary to challenge the evidence against you, and the ability to help you pursue the best possible outcome.

Defense Against Drunk Driving Charges

Attorney Dennison at SRD Law Office may be able to have charges thrown out by demonstrating that an equipment or procedural error resulted in an unfair charge. We will examine whether or not law enforcement followed proper protocol in regard to:

• The stop — Police must be able to demonstrate that they pulled you over based on "reasonable suspicion" that you were acting in violation of the law.
• The sobriety test — There are specific rules that police must follow when administering field sobriety tests, including when measuring blood alcohol concentration (BAC).
• The equipment — Breathalyzer machines have provided inaccurate results in the past, and their reliability (as to the test) can be questioned.
• The evidence — Blood samples and other types of evidence must be stored in certain conditions in order to maintain their integrity.

Our OVI attorney will strive to get you the respect you deserve and the results you desire.

How to Handle OVI / OMVI Stops

If you are ever pulled over by the police on suspicion of drunk driving, there are several ways you can help yourself:

• Remain calm and be polite — If you are nervous, police officers may think that you are hiding something or are intoxicated.
• Don't allow a search without a warrant — Any evidence police find in your car can be used to support a OVI conviction.
• Get a blood test after release — It’s a good idea to measure your BAC with a blood test immediately after arrest. At trial, your attorney may use that evidence to raise possible defenses.

If you are arrested and charged with a OVI/OMVI/DUI/DWI, it is wise to contact an attorney immediately. The attorneys at SRD Law Office can start working on your defense as soon as you enlist our services.

Contact a trusted Ohio criminal defense attorney

If you have been arrested for OVI/OMVI/DUI/DWI, a qualified defense attorney can advocate for charges to be dismissed or reduced. At SRD Law Office, in Columbus, we have the resources necessary to mount a formidable defense on your behalf. Call us at 614-228-3413 or contact us online to schedule your free initial consultation with a knowledgeable attorney.