Is DUI/OVI in Ohio a Felony?
Whether or not a DUI/OVI is a felony depends on several factors. As described in Ohio Revised Code Section 4511.19 Division G, the degree of the offense depends mainly on your previous OVI record. An OVI becomes a felony if you have:
- 3 or more OVIs in 10 years
- 5 or more OVIs in 20 years
- Any felony OVI from any period of time
We go into more detail about the differences between misdemeanor and felony OVIs in “OVI in Ohio: Misdemeanor or Felony?“
