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Douglas Alan Funkhouser
Columbus Criminal Defense Attorney.
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How to Hire the Right Criminal Defense Attorney for Your Case

Written by attorney Douglas Funkhouser, over 1 year ago.

Over the last fifteen years of practicing law, I have discussed criminal cases with potential clients countless times. Below are the questions I think you should ask your potential criminal defense attorney before you hire them to handle your case. 1. What is their experience ...

Ohio OVI/DUI First Offense Penalties

Written by attorney Douglas Funkhouser, over 1 year ago.

An OVI conviction can result in serious penalties. For a first offense conviction, a judge will impose a minimum fine of $375.00, although the fine may reach as much as $1,075.00. The judge will also impose a mandatory drivers license suspension (separate from the ALS suspension ...