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First Offense 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. RF Fee

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