DUI, OVI, DWI Defense Lawyer | Northern Kentucky, OhioThe authorities in both Kentucky and Ohio take charges of drunk driving and operating a vehicle under the influence very seriously. The consequences can be immediate and long lasting, as well as costly in terms of fines and lost mobility when driving privileges are suspended. Causing an accident while intoxicated is an automatic felony in both states. If you are facing charges for DUI/DWI/OVI, seek the help of an experienced criminal defense attorney. You have rights. At the Law Offices of Eric L. Emerson, we know how to protect and defend those rights. We provide intelligent, aggressive criminal defense.
E-mail us or call 859-491-3399. Free consultation. Even repeat offenders have rights. It is important to contact a knowledgeable and experienced attorney as soon as possible. Ohio Drunk Driving Laws If a motorist is stopped in Ohio and refuses to take a Breathalyzer test, the motorist's license can be immediately suspended. Under the Ohio Administrative License Suspension (ALS) law, the suspension can range from 90 days to five years. The law allows for limited driving privileges after a suspension ends, but drivers can be required to use special restricted license plates that are deliberately conspicuous: yellow plates with red lettering. Kentucky Drunk Driving Laws The laws in Kentucky are similarly stringent. Enforcement methods used to identify and catch suspected drunk drivers include sobriety checkpoints, mobile videotaping, and blanket patrols. If a driver is stopped and refuses a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test, the driver's license will be suspended. The suspension remains in effect until the charges are resolved. Fines range from $200 to $10,000 and jail time from 48 hours to 240 days. Repeat offenders are required to participate in an alcohol or substance abuse treatment program for one year. Contact Us Certain DUI/OVI/DWI cases can be fought and won. Early and aggressive action is essential. At the Law Offices of Eric L. Emerson, our attorney will: - Investigate whether the arrest was handled properly
- Investigate whether the arresting officer had probable cause
- Investigate whether a field sobriety test was administered properly
- Have blood retested to determine if the police lab results were accurate
- Seek to have driving privileges restored, if appropriate, so the person facing charges is able to drive to and from work
If you are facing DUI/OVI/DWI charges in Kentucky or Ohio, please e-mail or call us today and tell us about your situation. We know how to help. Law Offices of Eric L. Emerson
300 Madison Avenue, Suite 200
Covington, KY 41011-1552
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859-491-3622 fax At the Law Offices of Eric L. Emerson in Covington, Kentucky, we serve clients in Northern Kentucky, including those in Covington, Newport, Burlington, Fort Thomas, Florence, Highland Heights, Bellevue, Dayton, Kenton County, Grant County, Boone County, and Campbell County; in Cincinnati, Ohio, including Greater Cincinnati, the Greater Cincinnati Airport area, Loveland, Mason, Fairfield, Hamilton County, Warren County, Clermont County, Butler County, and throughout the Cincinnati Tri-State region.
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