Jan 17, 2025 · The Ohio Senate passed House Bill 37 on December 18, 2024, and with the passage of HB 37, significant changes are anticipated for OVI’s in Ohio. Here are some of the changes that you need to be aware of: Oral Fluid Testing Under the new law, if police suspect a driver of operating a motor

Apr 19, 2022 · Ohio uses the term "operating a vehicle under the influence" (OVI) instead of "DUI." This article explains Ohio's OVI laws and the penalties you'll face for a first, second, third, and felony conviction. A driver can be convicted of an OVI in Ohio based on alcohol or drug use.

2 days ago · We want to help new and existing customers navigate Liv’s Law as smoothly as possible. HB 37 OVI Key Changes. HB 37 revises Ohio's OVI laws to increase accountability for drunk drivers and improve public safety. Here’s what residents convicted of OVI will face under Ohio HB 37: Stricter IID requirements; Increased financial penalties

6 days ago · Liv’s Law is named after Ohio native Olivia Wright who was killed by a drunk driver in September of 2020. Under the law, those charged with Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence (OVI) will ...

Dec 27, 2024 · House Bill 37 (also known as “Liv’s Law”) provides significant modifications to Ohio OVI penalties, testing procedures, and license suspension requirements. House Bill 37 was passed by both legislative houses on December 18, 2024, is anticipated to be signed by the governor, and will take effect in 90 days.

Apr 8, 2025 · Liv’s Law, or House Bill 37, goes into effect Wednesday, changing how OVI offenses are handled. Under the new law, all the fines are increased by hundreds of dollars and an aggravated vehicular ...

Feb 3, 2025 · The State of Ohio has been refining its OVI laws to address issues such as repeat offenses, substance use, and technological advancements in enforcement. Understanding these OVI law updates can help you safeguard your rights and make responsible decisions on the road.

Feb 21, 2025 · Under current OVI law, the police are permitted to obtain and test a sample of a defendant’s breath, blood or urine to determine the concentration of alcohol or drugs of abuse (or their metabolites). The new law adds a new type of test: oral fluid. Oral fluid testing involves using a swab to collect the saliva inside a driver’s mouth.

Apr 9, 2025 · The new laws allow police to use oral fluid testing, increase minimum fines by $190, reduce reinstatement fees by $160, impact driving privileges for first and second OVI offenses, and establish a new penalty system for aggravated vehicular homicide.

Apr 9, 2025 · Liv’s Law, part of House Bill 37, officially goes into effect Wednesday across Ohio. The legislation raises the penalties for repeat OVI offenders who cause deadly crashes, and for families like ...