How long does an OVI charge stay on your record in Ohio?

If you or someone you care about is facing an OVI charge in Ohio, it is completely natural to feel overwhelmed and to wonder what the long-term impact will be. One of the questions we hear most often from people in the Zanesville area is a simple but deeply important one: how long does this […]

What Makes a OVI a Felony in Ohio?

Most people who get pulled over on I-70 coming through Zanesville or on State Route 40 heading east toward Cambridge assume the worst case is a night in the Muskingum County jail and a license suspension. And for a first offense, that assumption is not entirely wrong. But Ohio law has a line, and once […]

What Ohio Drivers Need to Know About Marijuana DUI Charges

Ohio’s evolving marijuana laws create confusion for drivers across the state. While medical marijuana became legal in 2016 and recreational use was approved by voters in 2023, operating a vehicle under the influence remains illegal and carries serious consequences. The intersection of marijuana legalization and impaired driving laws presents unique challenges that many drivers don’t […]