Ohio OVI Defense
OVI Drugs in Ohio — Impairment Charges Without a Breathalyzer
Ohio OVI law covers impairment by any substance — marijuana, prescription drugs, cocaine, heroin, or any combination. Drug OVI cases are often more complex than alcohol OVI because impairment is harder to measure and easier to challenge. There is no universally accepted 'legal limit' for most drugs, and the science behind drug recognition evaluations is contested.
All drugs including prescriptions
Substances Covered
Set for marijuana, cocaine, heroin, meth
Per Se Limits
Blood or urine (no breathalyzer)
Testing Method
Same as alcohol OVI
Penalties
Time is critical. Ohio's Administrative License Suspension (ALS) challenge window is only 30 days from your arrest date. Contact Rutan Law immediately to protect your driving privileges.
How Rutan Law Defends Your Case
Every OVI case is different. We identify the strongest defenses available and pursue them aggressively from day one.
Challenge the Drug Recognition Evaluation
DRE protocols are not scientifically validated to the same standard as breathalyzers. We challenge the officer's training, methodology, and conclusions.
Attack Blood or Urine Test Results
Drug metabolites can remain in the body long after impairment has passed. We challenge whether the substance detected actually caused impairment at the time of driving.
Prescription Drug Defense
Taking a legally prescribed medication as directed is a valid defense. We present medical evidence and expert testimony to support this argument.
Suppress the Stop
Without a valid traffic stop, all evidence is inadmissible. We examine every detail of why and how you were pulled over.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often about this charge.
Ready to Fight Your Charge?
Drug OVI charges are beatable. Call Rutan Law at (614) 307-4343 — free consultation, 24/7.