A driver who is under the influence of drugs or alcohol could face serious legal repercussions that affect the rest of his or her life. While drunk driving is a regular safety concern and common criminal charge, statistics indicate that drugged driving is on the rise...
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Ohio driver facing legal complications after 8th DUI
The repercussions of intoxicated driving include potential loss of driving privileges, time behind bars and much more. Even a first-time offender can face serious repercussions if convicted of this type of criminal offense in Ohio. The repercussions and potential...
Driver convicted of fatal DUI accident in Ohio sentenced
A conviction for drunk driving in Ohio can come with various penalties and consequences, especially if an intoxicated driver causes an accident that results in death. One Ohio woman recently learned her punishment for her role in a motor vehicle crash that left her...
Your life after a drunk driving arrest
Some holidays are so special, you never forget them. Usually that is because of some wonderful or memorable event, such as a marriage proposal, a child’s first holiday or receiving a special gift. One thing you probably don’t want to remember about this holiday season...
Ohio police want residents to avoid drunk driving on Halloween
Statistics indicate there are more traffic stops and dangerous driving on holidays and the surrounding days. Even though Halloween is on a Sunday evening this year, Ohio law enforcement is making the effort to remind drivers of the dangers and potential consequences...
What does the CDL Clearinghouse mean for your future?
Your commercial driver’s license is critical to your livelihood. If you followed the difficult path to earn your license, including training, testing and background checks, you would likely do everything you can to protect it. What you may not realize is that this...
What can I expect after a drunk driving arrest?
Your life just got a lot more complicated if you have recently faced a drunk driving charge in the state of Ohio. This state is among those with the toughest penalties for a DUI, including one of the longest suspensions of your driver’s license if...
Court decides drunk driving arrest was valid
The Ohio Supreme Court recently ruled that a woman’s arrest and the criminal charges against her were valid, despite her claims to the contrary. The woman challenged the constitutionality of her drunk driving arrest because it was based on a tip from another citizen....
Ohio Supreme Court considering excessive drunk driving penalties
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol can lead to significant penalties in Ohio. One conviction can change the course of a defendant’s life. The Ohio Supreme Court is considering a case in which an individual is claiming the penalties he is facing for drunk...
Current drunk driving trends in Ohio
Drivers in Ohio can face steep penalties if caught operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. In addition to the possibility of license suspension or revocation, they may also face the possibility of time behind bars. Despite these potential...
