A misconduct complaint by the Disciplinary Counsel of the Ohio Supreme Court was filed August 1st against Franklin County judge Monica Hawkins. The complaint is in relation to Judge Hawkins pleading guilty to operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs (OVI) this February. Judge Hawkins was arrested on January 31st after…
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Field sobriety tests are usually the first things that are asked for after being stopped by an officer for a possible DUI in Ohio. Failure of these tests can lead to you being asked to take a breathalyzer or blood test to determine your Blood Alcohol Concentration. Even if you refuse to take those tests,…
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A breathalyzer test is the most common and convenient way of testing what a person’s Blood Alcohol Content is when suspected of drunk driving across the country and Ohio is no exception. It is a preferred means of testing due to its use at the scene of a DUI and the quick results it records….
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Although being charged with a DUI for the first time in Ohio is a criminal misdemeanor offense, it is still a serious charge that needs serious attention. A conviction can become a part of your permanent criminal record and you can face jail time and steep fines. The legal limit for Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)…
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Being charged with a DUI in Ohio if you are under the age of 21 is different than if you are over the age of 21. The official name for this offense is Operating a Vehicle after Underage Consumption (OVUAC) and you can face different penalties than an adult, although the general arrest and court…
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New changes were made to the DUI laws in Ohio in 2008 that can affect you if it is not your first time being charged with driving under the influence. It can change your charge from a misdemeanor one to a felony and the penalties you face may be more harsh and severe. Ensuring that…
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A DUI conviction in Ohio can have life-changing consequences. You can be subject to steep fines, time spent in jail and an extended loss of your driving privileges. One fateful decision you already regret can alter the course of your life as well as the lives of your loved ones. This is a criminal offense…
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You’re on your way home, driving your new car, when a police officer asks you to stop. They ask you some questions and after a while, the officer informs you that you’re charged with DUI. What! You’re about to lose control. You have no idea what will happen to you. You just want to go…
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Driving under the influence is addressed as criminal offense all over America. When you’re charged with DUI complaints, the vital thing you will want to do is get a lawyer. How you will get a proficient Columbus DUI lawyer Law office? If you have been charged with DUI violation in the past or in any…
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1. It’s a serious offense If you live in Columbus or any other part of the country, you should be aware that the DUI laws in your area are comprehensive and involve penalties that you might find very distressing. You may end up spending years in jail, you can be restricted to drive in particular…
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