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OVI / Physical Control

Experienced Defense for OVI Charges

An OVI or Physical Control charge can have serious consequences for your driving privileges, criminal record, employment, and future. Attorney Mellissia (Mel) Fuhrmann provides personalized representation and carefully evaluates the circumstances, evidence, and legal issues involved in each case.
Understanding Your Charge
OVI and Physical Control cases can involve complicated questions regarding traffic stops, field sobriety testing, chemical testing, statements, and the circumstances surrounding the alleged offense. Mel can explain the charges and help you understand your legal options.
Types of OVI Matters
Mel provides representation for cases involving:
  • OVI / DUI Charges
  • Physical Control
  • Chemical Test Issues
  • Field Sobriety Testing
  • Traffic Stop Issues
  • Repeat OVI Allegations
  • Related Driving Offenses
Reviewing the Evidence
Mel carefully examines the circumstances of the traffic stop, police reports, field sobriety tests, chemical testing, officer observations, and other available evidence. Her experience as a former prosecutor provides valuable insight into how these cases may be investigated and prosecuted.
Protecting Your Driving Privileges
An OVI or Physical Control charge can potentially affect your driver’s license and ability to work or manage everyday responsibilities. Mel can explain the potential consequences and help you understand the options available in your case.
Personalized Legal Strategy
Every OVI case is different. Mel takes the time to understand the circumstances of your case, identify potential legal issues, and develop a strategy based on the specific allegations and evidence.
Traffic Stop Review
The circumstances of the initial traffic stop can be an important part of an OVI case. Mel carefully reviews why the stop occurred, what the officer observed, statements made during the encounter, and how the investigation was conducted. She looks for potential legal or procedural issues that could affect the prosecution’s case and helps clients understand how these issues may relate to their defense.
Field Sobriety Testing
Field sobriety testing can play a significant role in an OVI investigation. Mel examines how the exercises were administered, the conditions under which they were performed, the instructions provided, and how the officer interpreted the results. She considers the surrounding circumstances and whether the testing was conducted appropriately when evaluating the evidence against you.
Chemical Testing
Breath, blood, or urine testing may provide important evidence in an OVI case, but the circumstances surrounding the testing can also raise legal questions. Mel reviews the available testing records and examines how the test was administered and documented. She can help you understand the significance of the results and any potential issues that may be relevant to your case.
Experienced OVI Representation
An OVI or Physical Control charge can create uncertainty about your driver’s license, employment, finances, and future. Mel provides clear communication and personalized legal guidance throughout the process. Drawing on her experience as a former prosecutor, she understands how OVI cases may be investigated and prosecuted and uses that perspective to provide informed representation tailored to the circumstances of your case.
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    OVI / Physical Control FAQs

    What is an OVI charge?
    OVI refers to operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both. The circumstances of the stop, testing, and evidence can all be important when evaluating an OVI case.
    Physical Control is a separate offense involving being in physical control of a vehicle while under the influence, even when the vehicle is not being operated. The specific circumstances can determine whether the charge applies.
    Evidence may include the traffic stop, officer observations, field sobriety testing, chemical testing, statements, and other information collected during the investigation. Mel carefully reviews the available evidence to identify potential legal issues.
    Depending on the circumstances, issues involving the administration, collection, or reliability of chemical testing may be relevant to an OVI case. Attorney Fuhrmann can review the circumstances surrounding the test and explain the potential legal issues.
    An OVI charge may have consequences for your driving privileges, depending on the circumstances and applicable law. Mel can explain the potential impact and help you understand the options available in your case.
    Mel reviews the circumstances of the traffic stop, police reports, testing, field sobriety exercises, and other evidence. She can explain the charges, discuss your legal options, and provide personalized representation throughout the case.
    If you have been charged with OVI or Physical Control, contacting an attorney as soon as possible can help you understand your rights and the potential consequences. Early legal guidance can help you make informed decisions about your case.

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    An OVI or Physical Control charge can affect your driving privileges, criminal record, and future. Attorney Mellissia Fuhrmann can review your circumstances, explain your legal options, and provide dedicated representation.
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