At the time this article, the State Highway Patrol’s OVI Dashboard has reported statistics for the first 20 days of 2025. In that period of time, Ohio had an average of 33.45 OVI arrests per day. Some may have had previous OVI charges, or DUI charges as they used to be called. But others have no experience taking the next steps after an OVI. Many know that one important thing you can do is try to find yourself an attorney. But what should you be looking for when you need a DUI attorney? We have written on this subject before, but here are some things you can keep in mind.
Specialization in DUI/OVI cases
Many people tend to think of the courts as being divided into criminal court and civil court. That is, either a case involves a person against the state or one person against another. However, when you are in trouble with the law, the trouble can be in two main areas: criminal and traffic.
Now OVI is a special offense in that it is considered both criminal and traffic. As you might imagine, there are many other factors that make OVI unique as well. If you are looking for an OVI attorney, it is best to find someone who has experience not only with criminal or traffic matters, but with OVIs specifically.
Experience in Local Courts
Many OVI cases end with some sort of deal. To get the best deal possible from your situation, it is best to have a lawyer who knows the specific court handling your case. This informs decisions like what types of deals to ask for, how to ask for them, precise timeline etc.
Good Client Reviews
Almost anytime you are looking for any service, it is a good idea to check the Google Reviews.
Conclusion
At Dearie, Fischer & Martinson, our lawyers have been handling Criminal, Traffic, and OVI cases for more than 30 years in the South West Ohio area. We are dedicated to serving our clients with diligence and professionalism. If you need a DUI attorney (OVI attorney) you can call us anytime, 24/7, day or night. Let us know how we can help you!
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