Ohio OVI (DUI) Laws
Download article as a PDFOhio OVI (DUI) Laws: Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limits and Implied Consent | |
| "Per Se" BAC Limit | 0.08 Percent |
| Zero Tolerance (Underage) BAC Limit | 0.02 Percent |
| Enhanced Penalty (Aggravated) BAC Limit | 0.17 Percent |
| Implied Consent to Submit to BAC Test? | Yes |
Ohio OVI Laws: Select Penalties | |
| Minimum License Suspension or Revocation (1st, 2nd, 3rd offense) | 6 months, 1 year, 2 years |
| Mandatory Alcohol Education, Assessment and Treatment | Assessment & Treatment |
| Vehicle Confiscation Possible? | Yes (3rd offense) |
| Ignition Interlock Device Possible? | Yes |
Ohio OVI (DUI) Resources:
- Ohio OVI Statutes: Operating Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs (ORC 4511.19).
- OVI Law Changes - Answers to frequently asked questions about changes in Ohio OVI laws (Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles).
- First Offense OVI - Penalties for first OVI offenses in Ohio (Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles).
- OVI/DUI Courts - Overview of Ohio OVI/DUI courts (Ohio Supreme Court).
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