OVI

Prescription Drug Abuse and Drugged Driving

Categories: Drugs, Legal Blog, OVI

While most people recognize drug abuse problems related to illegal drugs, many people fail to recognize that certain prescription drugs (and even over the counter medicines) can be similarly abused. Prescription drug abuse is one of the fastest growing problems in the United States. In…

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OVI enforcement patrols hit I-75

Categories: DUI, Legal Blog, OVI, Traffic

Drivers on Interstate 75 this weekend should be on the lookout for Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers. The OHSP is participating in a multi-state high-visibility enforcement initiative that stretches along I-75 from Michigan to Florida. Officers in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia also will be participating…

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OVI Reduced to Reckless Operation

Categories: 2014, May, OVI

A man in his 50s was charged with OVI after he chose to drink alcohol while on prescription medications. He got behind the wheel of a car, and was pulled over by a law enforcement officer. In addition to the OVI, he was cited for failure…

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OVI Reduced to Reckless Driving

Categories: 2014, April, OVI

A young sales professional in his 20s ran into trouble during a night out with friends. He was stopped after leaving the bar when an officer reportedly noticed his car weaving and speeding. The salesman was pulled over and asked to perform field sobriety tests…

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