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I have researched on internet with conflicting results. Some have answered that it is a minor misdemeanor punishable by up to a $150 fine. Other results I have found list this code as consumption in a vehicle and punishable by $250 and up to 30 days in jail. Can judge interpet this violation as... View More 
answered on Mar 30, 2015
If you have given the correct code section, the violation is a minor misdemeanor punishable by a $150 fine. http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/4301.99 Section 4301.99 is the penalty provision for the chapter. Sub-section (A) indicates violations of 4301.62 are minor misdemeanors. If you were charged under... View More
ymore trouble for years..what can I do to get my driving priveleges back
answered on Mar 5, 2015
What is the current state of your Florida license? Has it been permanently revoked? You should probably sit down with an attorney to go over exactly what the state of your license is. It's possible all that needs to be done to pay reinstatement fees and perhaps retest. If your license was... View More
move to ohio..can he finish his classes in ohio??...an who should i contact?...thank u
answered on Nov 18, 2014
If he is on probation, which I suspect he is, you need to speak with the PO about completing the classes in a different state with a different organization. If he had a lawyer, which he should have, the lawyer may be willing to work this out for you. Make sure he gets permission from the PO for him... View More
answered on Oct 28, 2014
If this is your first DUI conviction, the statute requires you spend 3 days in jail. However, the court is permitted to substitute a three day DIP (driver intervention program) at your cost for the 3 days. This is common practice, but does not occur in every case. The maximum penalty is 180 days in... View More
She was stopped for dim headlight on an Ohio College Campus property by Ohio State Highway officer who said he 'smelled' alcohol on her clothing. She admitted to him that she had taken sips from a cup of vodka - but he did not make note of it. He did pull out the breathilizer. She also... View More
answered on Oct 30, 2014
I'm sorry no one answered your question in a timely fashion. I just started answering questions on this site. There are going to be a lot more answers for Ohio people now.
If she wants to fight a DUI charge she is almost certainly better off with private counsel. There are attorneys... View More
Refused field test.was taken to police station was not asked to submit to breath test.was booked into jail.what do I do now?
answered on Oct 30, 2014
You should hire an attorney. OVI cases are no joke. Mandatory jail, big fines, long license suspensions and mounting penalties for multiple infractions make it important to have quality representation to mitigate the damage or fight the charge.
I am 19 and live in Ohio. I got pulled over for a DUI and blew a .189 BAC. This is my first offense. Will I absolutely go to jail or will I be able to do the classes instead?
answered on Oct 30, 2014
If you are convicted of the high test (.17 and up), the minimum sentence is 3 days in jail plus the DIP program. A lawyer can typically work out a plea to avoid conviction of the high test, and may even be able to do better than that. You should get a lawyer.
answered on Apr 8, 2013
If your husband was charged with an OVI the first thing he should do is contact and retain an attorney. After a careful review of the facts and circumstances of the stop and arrest of your husband, the attorney will be in a better position to discuss the specifics of his case, including whether... View More
answered on Jul 9, 2013
Many courts will permit an attorney to appear on behalf of a defendant for arraignment and some other pretrial hearings. Some, however, require the accused person to attend in person. You should check with your attorney to find out what your court's policy.
answered on Dec 13, 2010
Dear Sir/Madam
This provision relates to Ohio's Open Container Law. The maximum fine is $100.
Gus M. Shihab
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