A conviction for a D.U.I. offense may have far reaching additional penalties that are not directly set forth in the sentencing process. Many people who have been through this process feel let down by their attorney who does not address these collateral considerations which include:

1. "point suspensions"
2. Financial Responsibility Act suspensions and compliance
3. reinstatement of driving privileges
4. the ramifications of the Administrative License Suspension
5. Ohio suspension for "out-of-state" D.U.I.

The possible ramifications are too complex and fact specific to address without a full consultation with a qualified attorney. Make sure to bring up any of these matters which may apply to your case at your initial consultation with your attorney, otherwise you may be pleading that "my lawyer never told me" when you are stopped for a subsequent offense.