Underage OVI

Underage OVI Lawyer

An underage OVI carries serious penalties and could potentially hamper employment opportunities in the future. It is important to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney that will make every effort to get you the best possible result for your situation. Call Attorney Adam Burke today at (614) 280-9122 for your free consultation. 

Underage OVI 

The drinking age in Ohio is 21 and it is illegal for anyone under the age of 21 to consume alcohol. The penalties are also harsher for those who are under 21. 

To determine whether a driver under the age of 21 is driving under the influence, a chemical test is administered to the driver.  If the driver has a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .02% or higher, the driver will be cited for driving under the influence. 

Underage OVI Penalties 

Underage Drinking and Driving (UDD) penalties are different from OVI penalties.  UDD is when the BAC is between .02% and .08%.  The underage driver faces a maximum jail time of 30 days and a maximum fine of $250.00.  An underage consumption charge also carries 4 points on a driver's record, while a regular OVI conviction carries 6 points. 

In addition to driving under the influence, an underage drinker could also be charged with any of the following:

• distributing alcohol to other minors (were there underage drunk passengers?);
• minor in possession;
• soliciting alcohol;
• child endangerment law violations;
• possession of false identification (was a fake id used to purchase alcohol?); and
• moving and vehicle maintenance violations (what else did the arresting officer see?)

An insurance company may terminate a policy after a underage OVI or may refuse to renew a policy. Insurance companies may also raise the cost of the monthly premium by $100 to $200 or higher. This is usually in place for three to five years. ¹ 

Attorney Adam Burke Llc — Columbus, OH Underage OVI Attorney 

If you have been arrested for underage drinking and driving, it is in your best interest to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney. Call Attorney Adam Burke Llc now for your free consultation at (614) 280-9122.