Akron Felony OVI Lawyer
Operating a Vehicle Impaired (OVI) charges are serious in Ohio. Convictions typically result in penalties ranging from hefty fines to lengthy probation, potential jail time, license suspensions, and increased auto insurance premiums.
Those penalties can significantly increase if your OVI charge is elevated to a felony. An OVI or DUI charge becomes a felony if it is your fourth or fifth one in six years or your sixth in twenty years. A first felony OVI is charged as a fourth-degree felony, and a second is charged as a third-degree felony.
Any OVI case involving seriously injuring or killing another person can also be charged as a felony. Additionally, if you are found to be operating a vehicle while under suspension for a previous OVI, that can also lead to felony charges.
At VanHo Law, we can defend you in felony OVI cases in Akron and Cleveland. Attorney VanHo is a former prosecutor who understands the legal process from both sides of the law. His inside knowledge of how prosecutors pursue convictions can give you a professional edge in your defense. To learn more about your case and options, we strongly urge you to schedule a consultation at our firm as soon as possible in the wake of an arrest.
Make an appointment to consult our Akron felony OVI attorney at VanHo Law by calling (330) 681-1120 or reaching us on our contact form.
Felony OVI Penalties in Akron
You will face the following penalties if convicted of felony OVI:
FIRST FELONY OVI OFFENSE
- 60 days in a local jail, up to one year
- OR 60 days to 30 months in prison
- Fines up to $10,500
- Forfeiture of vehicle
- License suspension of three years to life
SECOND FELONY OVI OFFENSE
- 60 days to 36 months in prison
- Fines up to $10,500
- Forfeiture of the vehicle
- Minimum three years’ license suspension
- Possible permanent suspension
Why It Is Essential to Hire VanHo Law
Because of the severity of the charges and their penalties in felony OVI cases, you need the services of a proven attorney. OVI is a complex charge involving Ohio law, the technology and science of chemical testing and procedures, and other factors that may come into play.
Our firm can offer valuable insights into the legal process, help assess the circumstances of your case, and thoroughly investigate your arrest. We can examine factors such as the legality of the traffic stop, the accuracy of sobriety and chemical tests, and potential violations of procedural rights.
Furthermore, we can argue for reduced charges based on mitigating evidence or negotiate alternative sentencing options, such as rehabilitation programs. As a respected trial lawyer, Attorney VanHo can effectively represent your interests at hearings and trials, striving for the best possible outcome in your case.
Call (330) 681-1120 or email us on our contact form to book a consultation with our Akron felony OVI attorney.
