Fighting for your life and your future: Gounaris Abboud’s DUI lawyers in Huber Heights vigorously defend clients from prosecution. Call for a free consultation today!
Charged with a DUI/OVI crime? You need a firm with deep knowledge of the Ohio Revised Code § 4511.19 and a successful track record of client wins. That’s Gounaris Abboud! Our team of DUI/OVI attorneys does not back down but fights vigorously for optimal results for every client.
Our familiarity with the legal landscape of Huber Heights and other neighborhoods and towns in the Dayton area allows us to effectively strategize and execute robust defenses against the charges you face during hearings at the Eastern Division of the Montgomery County Municipal Court (frequently referred to as the Huber Heights Municipal Court) or during meetings with prosecuting attorneys.
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Facing OVI charges? Start your defense journey with our dedicated DUI lawyers. We're here to safeguard your rights and future.
Our criminal defense lawyers are adept at handling all manner of DUI offenses, from underage DUI charges to drug-related DUIs.
1. First-Time DUI Offenses
If you are facing a first-time DUI offense in Huber Heights, OH, our team will work hard to mitigate the consequences you face. We’ll explore diversion programs, provide guidance, and vigorously defend your liberties and protect your right to drive.
2. Multiple DUI Offenses
DUI/OVI charges are among the most common types of criminal cases in Dayton. They also have the power to significantly restrict your ability to drive and maintain a successful career. So if you’re facing DUI/OVI charges, it’s vital to get quality representation from Gounaris Abboud.
3. Underage DUI
Ohio takes underage drinking seriously and provides significant penalties for those convicted. At Gounaris Abboud, our team of OVI lawyers uses its extensive skills and experience to fight for mitigated outcomes that leave our Huber Heights, OH, clients’ futures intact.
4. Felony DUI
A felony DUI can lead to time in prison, significant fines, and loss of your license. When Gounaris Abboud takes your felony case, we meticulously comb through every detail of your case to find the best defense strategies that help you avoid the worst consequences stemming from a felony DUI.
5. Drug-Related DUI
If your DUI/OVI case in Huber Heights, OH, involves the use or possession of drugs, you may be looking at serious penalties, including time behind bars, driver’s license suspension, and heavy fines. Our team fights to help ensure that you avoid the consequences of a drug-related DUI.
6. CDL DUI
Commercial drivers who lose their licenses because of DUI/OVI in Huber Heights, OH, also face an inability to work driving commercial motor vehicles. At Gounaris Abboud, we aggressively defend our CDL clients to protect their ability to engage in gainful employment.
What to Do When Arrested for DUI Huber Heights, OH
If you get arrested for DUI/OVI in Huber Heights, OH, take the following steps to help minimize the consequences you face:
Stay Calm
Remain calm and do not argue or fight with the officer. Doing so can lead to further charges and harsher penalties.
Cooperate with Authorities
Comply with the basic commands of the law enforcement officer tending to you and provide all necessary info, such as driver’s license and registration.
Invoke the Fifth Amendment
Take full advantage of the right against self-incrimination by remaining silent. You are not obligated to answer questions about how much you had to drink.
Request a Lawyer
Once you have been arrested or detained, inform the police that you would like to have an attorney present while being questioned.
Avoid Field Sobriety Tests
Although you are required to take a chemical test, you can legally decline a field sobriety test without legal penalty.
Chemical Test
You can refuse a chemical test but will face consequences. Speak with an attorney before deciding to refuse one.
Arrest Documentation
Try to make mental or written notes of how the arrest went down. There may be information your attorney can use for your defense.
Contact a Lawyer
After arrest and processing, you should reach out to an experienced OVI/DUI lawyer in Huber Heights, OH. The sooner you do, the better for your defense.
Know Your Rights
Knowing your rights will keep you from voluntarily surrendering them unintentionally.
Go to Court
Make sure to attend all court dates for your charge, or you may be charged with failure to appear.
Since each DUI case is unique, actions in one case may not be recommended in another. In every case, it is best to contact a DUI defense attorney immediately after being arrested or charged.
What Are the Potential Penalties for a First-Time DUI in Huber Heights?
If you have been charged with a first-time DUI, you may face the consequences below. With an experienced Dayton DUI attorney fighting for you, you can potentially avoid many of the consequences associated with a first-time OVI conviction.
License Suspension
You may face a 6-month to 3-year driver’s license suspension for a first-time DUI/OVI conviction.
Fines
You may be required to pay fines ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars.
Probation
You may be granted probation, which typically has numerous conditions, including attending regular meetings with a probation officer.
Ignition Interlock
With a first-time DUI, the court may order the installation of an ignition interlock device, which prevents a car from starting unless the driver is sober.
Alcohol or Drug Treatment
Part of your obligations to the court may include the enrollment in and completion of an alcohol or drug treatment program.
Jail Time
Not all first-time offenders go to jail. However, many do due to aggravating factors in their cases.
Criminal Record
A DUI conviction will go on your record and may negatively impact your employment and housing.
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What are the legal limits for blood alcohol concentration (Bac) in Huber Heights?
The legal limit for blood alcohol (BAC) levels in Huber Heights, OH, are:
Adult drivers 21 and over: Standard adult drivers must maintain a BAC below .08%. Over .08% can result in an OVI charge;
Underage drivers under 21: Ohio law has zero tolerance for underage drinkers. No detectable amount of alcohol is permissible in the blood of underage drivers;
Commercial drivers: Commercial drivers must abide by a stricter BAC legal limit of below .04% BAC. Any level at or above .04% can lead to a DUI charge;
High BAC: A high BAC is a BAC at or above .17%. The consequences of a high BAC include enhanced penalties.
Regardless of your charge, you must reach out to an experienced criminal defense lawyer promptly for the best defense against your charges. Delaying contacting an attorney can lead to negative case outcomes.
Will I lose my driver’s license if I’m charged with a DUI in Huber Heights?
It’s quite possible that you will lose your license to suspension or revocation if charged with an OVI. To fight to keep your license, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible to represent you.
Can I refuse a breathalyzer or sobriety test in Huber Heights?
You can refuse a breathalyzer test. However, all drivers on Ohio roads have already given implied consent to submit to a chemical test, including a breathalyzer. Hence, refusing to submit to the test violates your implied consent and may result in an automatic driver’s license suspension.
Beyond that, there may be further consequences, depending on the specifics of your circumstances.
