Dayton DUI Lawyer — OVI Defense When You Need It Most
Arrested for DUI or OVI in Montgomery County? Get a defense attorney who handles these cases every day. Free, confidential case review.
Just Arrested for a DUI in Dayton? Here's What to Do.
A DUI or OVI arrest can feel overwhelming, but the steps you take in the first 24 hours matter. Here's what to focus on:
- Do not discuss your case with anyone except a lawyer — not friends, not family, not on social media.
- Write down everything you remember about the stop, the field sobriety tests, and the booking process while it's fresh.
- Note your arraignment date. If you've been released, you have a court date coming. Missing it makes everything worse.
- Call a DUI lawyer before your arraignment. Ohio has tight deadlines for challenging license suspensions — waiting can cost you your driving privileges.
You don't have to figure this out alone. Reach out for a free consultation and we'll talk through where you stand.
About Charlie
Experienced DUI Lawyer
The war on drunk driving
"All I Do is DUI Defense." Get Your Life Back on Track & Back to Driving.
With 30 years of experience exclusively representing DUI and OVI cases, Charlie has developed substantial knowledge in handling complex cases, especially involving scientific evidence, which is critical in DUI defense. His understanding of forensic techniques positions him well to scrutinize the prosecution’s evidence effectively and defend your case.
Ohio DUI & OVI Cases We Defend
First-Offense OVI A first OVI in Ohio carries mandatory penalties — but "mandatory" doesn't mean "automatic." Many first-offense cases can be reduced or dismissed depending on the stop, the testing, and the evidence.
Second & Third-Offense OVI Repeat OVI charges in Ohio bring escalating penalties, including mandatory jail time and longer license suspensions. The stakes are higher, and the defense strategy needs to be sharper. We've handled multiple-offense cases throughout Montgomery County.
Felony OVI A fourth OVI within 10 years, or an OVI with serious injury, becomes a felony in Ohio. Felony OVI cases require trial-ready preparation from day one.
License Suspensions & BMV Hearings Your driver's license is suspended automatically after a DUI arrest in Ohio — but you have 30 days to appeal. We handle Administrative License Suspension (ALS) hearings and work to preserve your driving privileges.
Refusal Cases Refusing a breathalyzer in Ohio carries its own penalties under implied consent. Refusal cases require a specific defense approach, and we know how to handle them.
Underage OVI Ohio's "not-a-drop" law means anyone under 21 can be charged with operating with as little as .02 BAC. Underage cases have different consequences for your future — college admissions, scholarships, careers.
Serving Dayton and the Surrounding Miami Valley
We defend DUI and OVI cases in Montgomery County and throughout the greater Dayton area, including:
Dayton • Kettering • Centerville • Beavercreek • Huber Heights • Vandalia • Miamisburg • Trotwood
Court appearances handled at: Dayton Municipal Court, Montgomery County Common Pleas, Kettering Municipal Court, Vandalia Municipal Court, and surrounding jurisdictions.