Ohio DUI Penalties
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Below are the typical punishments associated with Ohio DUI law. Please contact Charlie at (937)318-1384 to discuss your case. Every case is different and you should not make any decisions about your case without consulting with a competent and credentialed Ohio DUI lawyer.
Offense Level | Jail Time | Fines | License Suspension | Additional Penalties |
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First Offense (First-Degree Misdemeanor) | Between 3 days and 6 months | Between $375 and $1,075 | 1 to 3 years | Driver’s intervention program, treatment/education program. |
Second Offense Within 10 Years of the Previous (First-Degree Misdemeanor) | Between 10 days to 6 months (BAC between .08 and .16)Between 20 days and 6 months (BAC of .17 or higher) | Between $525 and $1,625 | 1 to 7 years | Vehicle immobilization for 90 days, house arrest with electronic monitoring, continuous alcohol monitoring, and addiction assessment. |
Third Offense Within 10 Years of the Previous (Misdemeanor) | Between 30 days and 1 year (BAC between .08 and .16)Between 60 days and 1 year (BAC of .17 or higher) | Between $850 and $2,750 | 2 to 12 years | Vehicle forfeiture, house arrest with electronic monitoring, continuous alcohol monitoring, and addiction services. |
