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First Offense OVI (DUI- Driving Under the Influence)

Ohio Revised Code Section 4511.19


Cause:

Operating a vehicle with a prohibited alcohol concentration or drug of abuse and with no prior OVI's within the last six years on the driving record.

Length of Suspension:

Determined by the Court. If no suspension period is assessed, no reinstatement fee is required.

Limited Driving Privileges:

Driver may file a petition for limited driving privileges in the municipal, county, mayor's, or in the case of a minor, juvenile court that has jurisdiction over the place of arrest. (Section 4510.021 O.R.C.)

Reinstatement Requirements:

  1. Serve the court imposed suspension.

  2. Pay Reinstatement Fee:  See Reinstatement Fee List for required fee amount.

  3. Show Proof of Insurance by forwarding the proper documentation to:

Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles
P.O. Box 16520
Columbus OH 43216-6520
Attn. RE Fee

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