DUI Info #8: Do You Know the Difference Between a Felony & a Misdemeanor DUI?
A DUI/OVI is charged as a felony if:
- it is the fourth or fifth charge within six years,
- OR the sixth within 20 years, or if you already have a felony DUI/OVI on your record.
The penalties for felony DUI/OVI include:
- Substantial jail or prison time (60 days to seven years)
- Vehicle forfeiture
- Driver’s license suspension ranging from three years to life
- Ignition interlock devices
- Mandatory alcohol and drug treatment programs
- Restricted license plates
The severity of these penalties calls for you to secure the most skilled defense attorney. Attorney Kelly Farrish has a record of success in difficult DUI/OVI cases in the Cincinnati area and was recognized by Thompson Reuters is one of the only 14 Super Lawyers in the DUI field in Ohio.
To learn more about this, please see these helpful pages on our website:
- How long does a DUI stay on your record in Cincinnati?
- What steps should I take if I’m pulled over for a DUI?
- First Time DUI Guide
Contact our Cincinnati DUI lawyer office.
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ATTORNEY KELLY FARRISH
Kelly Farrish always knew he wanted to be an attorney, but he the path he took to get there isn’t like most. He served five years in the United States Air Force and did two voluntary years in South Vietnam. When he returned to Cincinnati, he worked the midnight shift as a technician at Cincinnati Bell, all the while attending college full time year round for three years. He graduated Cum Laude from the University of Cincinnati. [ ATTORNEY BIO ]
"His years of experience and knowledge were clearly evident and un-refutable. From the moment we met him we had absolutely no doubt that we had complete professionalism at our service and we could not have chosen a more qualified attorney."
"I had a number of charges and ended up getting acquitted of all of them. I truly believe his knowledge and persistence is what got me through this case. I am very grateful and highly recommend him for his services."
"I highly recommend Mr. Farrish. He is very thorough and is well liked by all of the courts. A genuine attorney and you couldn't find a better in the area."
"The absolute best DUI lawyer in the tri state. Just short of a miracle worker"
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