ARE YOU LOOKING FOR THE BEST DUI – OVI ATTORNEY IN CINCINNATI OHIO?

Any Cincinnati DUI OVI attorney in Ohio will tell you that operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (“OVI”) is the new name for driving under the influence (DUI) in the State of Ohio. The charge constitutes the criminal offense of operating a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs or alcohol or operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher. Ohio also has a high-tier OVI, where the penalties are enhanced for elevated BAC concentrations. In the state of Ohio, OVI is considered a serious offense that can lead to harsh legal consequences if the person is convicted.

Ohio’s penalties for DUI – OVI convictions are severe. Even for first-time offenders, there is a mandatory jail component, a mandatory fine, and a mandatory driver’s license suspension. DUI – OVI convictions can result in incarceration, compulsory participation in treatment, restricted driving privileges, and the requirement of the yellow and red DUI -OVI license plates. For individuals with multiple offenses, the penalties increase exponentially. DUI -OVI convictions are non-expungable; they will remain on an individual’s adult record for life. As such, there are serious collateral consequences.

Retaining the very best, top DUI – OVI attorney is of vital importance. Roger Bouchard has extensive experience handling DUI – OVI cases at all levels–from low-tier first offenses to felony charges with multiple offense specifications. Mr. Bouchard has also handled numerous DUI – OVI appeals. As a former Assistant Hamilton County Prosecutor, Mr. Bouchard has experience evaluating and litigating DUI – OVI cases from both sides. He has handled DUI – OVI cases at every stage. Mr. Bouchard has vast experience pursuing complicated pre-trial Motions, and he is extremely adept at preparing DUI – OVI cases for trial and tying them to a judge or jury.

To help Mr. Bouchard identify potential flaws in DUI – OVI cases and to aid him in effective and concise cross-examination of arresting officers, he has received extensive instruction in DUI – OVI enforcement. Mr. Bouchard has completed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Student Course. This is the same training administered by the Ohio State Highway Patrol and police departments and academies all over Ohio. Trained by certified instructors, Mr. Bouchard is qualified to administer field tests, and he has intimate knowledge of the latest version of NHTSA’s DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Manual.

Mr. Bouchard has also received comprehensive training relative to both the Intoxilyzer 5000 and the BAC Data Master breath testing device. His familiarity with how the machines work, and with the concomitant Ohio Administrative Code regulations, allows him to scrutinize every aspect of a DUI – OVI arrest. This combined with his command of the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing rules and regulations, and his appellate experience makes him a powerful advocate for persons accused of DUI – OVI. Due to the life-altering legal consequences that are involved, it is always in a person’s best interest to obtain the services of a DUI – OVI defense attorney who has the legal background and knowledge it takes to successfully fight DUI – OVI charges. If you or a loved one has been charged with a DUI – OVI offense, do not hesitate to call The Law Offices of Roger Bouchard at (513)-324-8865. He can evaluate your case and advise you of your legal options.