Fairborn OVI / DUI Attorney

Fairborn OVI Cases Are Heard in the Fairborn Municipal Court

If you have been arrested for OVI in Fairborn or Bath Township, your misdemeanor case will be heard in the Fairborn Municipal Court, located at 1148 Kauffman Ave., Fairborn, Ohio 45324. The Fairborn Municipal Court serves Fairborn, Bath Township, Beavercreek, and Beavercreek Township. The court handles traffic and non-traffic misdemeanors and conducts preliminary hearings in felony cases; the Greene County Common Pleas Court in Xenia handles felony criminal cases. You can contact the Fairborn Municipal Court at (937) 754-3040 or by fax at (937) 879-4422.

Fairborn Municipal Court
Address: 1148 Kauffman Ave, Fairborn, OH 45324
Located in Skyway Shopping Plaza
Phone: (937) 754-3040
Website: https://www.fairbornmunicipalcourt.us
Court Hours: Monday – Friday from 7:30 am – 4:00 pm

A Fairborn OVI Attorney Who Knows Greene County

We are proud residents of Fairborn, Ohio. Since 1995, I have represented clients accused of DUI (now OVI) in the Fairborn Municipal Court. I have been practicing DUI law from our building in Fairborn since I moved from Xenia in 2005, and as of 2013 we made our home permanent by buying our current building in the Valle Greene section of Fairborn. You can find us at exit 20, just off I-675 (the Dayton–Yellow Springs exit), turn right and look for Gateway Dr. We are the last office building on the left, across the street from one of Greene County’s hidden gems, The Michael’s House.

Charlie also knows the Greene County courts from the other side of the aisle: he is a former prosecutor in the Xenia Municipal Court and a former Special Prosecutor for Greene County, and he has taught OVI trial practice at the Greene County Peace Officer Training Academy for over fifteen years training the same officers who investigate these cases.

OVI law is my passion. I dedicate my practice to OVI exclusively, and I have earned some of the most impressive credentials for OVI attorneys in the state of Ohio. If you find yourself in need of representation in the Fairborn Municipal Court, contact me, Fairborn OVI Attorney Charles M. Rowland II, today.

A Few Reasons to Hire a Fairborn Local for Your OVI

• I am a lifelong resident of Greene County, Ohio (we moved here when I was three).
• The Fairborn Municipal Court suspended my license for speeding when I was 17 (twice).
• I graduated from Wright State University, right here in Fairborn, in 1992.
• I worked for Mr. Nutter while the Nutter Center was under construction.
• I left for law school in 1992 — and when I came back, Beavercreek/Fairborn had a mall.
• I represented Beavercreek Schools for two terms on their school board.
• A lot of restaurants in Fairborn have DaytonDUI cups.
• I know all the good places to eat in Fairborn.
• I’ll do a good job with your case.

Who Makes OVI Arrests in Fairborn?

Several agencies make OVI arrests that end up in the Fairborn Municipal Court. According to the Fairborn Municipal Court’s 2014 Annual Report, the Ohio State Highway Patrol was the most active agency that year with 299 OVI charges, followed by Beavercreek Police Department with 152, Fairborn Police Department with 120, and the Greene County Sheriff with 28. That year the court saw 21,677 total charges filed and conducted 70 criminal and traffic trials.

What to Do After an OVI Arrest in Fairborn

The hours after an OVI arrest matter. Write down everything you remember about the stop and the tests while it is fresh, do not volunteer information, keep the paperwork the officer gave you, and speak with an OVI attorney before your first court date. Your driver’s license is affected immediately through an Administrative License Suspension, and the window to challenge it is short. You can capture the details of your arrest right away using the Arrest Night Questionnaire, and then call (937) 318-1384 to talk through your case.

OVI Penalties, Court Process, and Your License

A first-offense OVI in Ohio is a first-degree misdemeanor with mandatory minimum penalties, and those penalties increase for high-test cases and for second, third, and subsequent offenses. Your case will move through arraignment, discovery, pretrial, and — if necessary — motions and trial. Separate from the criminal case, your license is subject to an Administrative License Suspension that can often be challenged, and limited driving privileges may be available. Charlie will explain exactly how each of these applies to your Fairborn case.

Why Trust Fairborn OVI Attorney Charles M. Rowland II

Charles M. Rowland II has established himself as a top OVI attorney in Ohio and the Dayton area and beyond. He lives by the motto, “Work hard, play by the rules, and never quit!” Preparation, dedication and perseverance are his touchstones. He will vigorously fight for you and will genuinely care about the outcome of your case. He wants to make an impact on the system and on every client he represents. He wants to get the most favorable outcome including acquittals, dismissed charges, or advantageous reduced charges.

He has been recognized by his clients and his peers as a top OVI attorney. He has been a “Super Lawyer” since 2013, a Fellow to the Ohio State Bar Foundation, the Nations Top 1%, the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 for Criminal Defense, a Dayton Bar Association Foundation Fellow, and has appeared in Time and Car & Driver Magazine for OVI defense. He is a lecturer on OVI defense to police agencies, attorneys, judges, and students. He frequently appears as an expert in local media. He taught OVI trial practice at the Greene County Peace Officer Training Academy for over fifteen years and has been an adjunct professor at Wright State University in the Honors Department. In 2026, he will teach criminal law in Eastern Europe for the Center for International Legal Studies at the prestigious University of National and World Economy.

Charlie is a member of the Dayton Bar Association, the Dayton Bar Foundation (2022 Foundation Fellow), the Greene County Bar Association (past President), the Clark County Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Foundation (2005 Foundation Fellow), the American Bar Association, the American Bar Foundation, and a member of Dayton Lodge No. 147 and Beavercreek Lodge No. 788, under the Grand Lodge of Ohio.

DUI Case Testimonials

Mr. Rowland helped me through my OVI process where he not only kept me out of jail, but provided me with resources to make a difference in my life. His support helped guide me through a pivotal phase in my life. I truly appreciate him for that.

Contacted them for legal support and had a appointment within 48 hours. Extremely patient and helpful, explained the steps of the legal process and possible avenues to take before actual court plea. Very happy with the results (fine/probation) and hopefully never have to use again! Really recommend Mr. Rowland and his team!

Visit Our Fairborn Office

Charles M. Rowland II, DaytonDUI 2190 Gateway Drive, Fairborn, OH 45324 Phone: (937) 318-1384 (available 24/7)

Frequently Asked Questions about DUI cases in Fairborn Ohio

Free Consultation

If you were arrested for OVI in Fairborn or anywhere in Greene County, call Charles M. Rowland II at (937) 318-1384 for a free consultation, 24/7.