Defending Clients Charged With Felony-Level DUI and Alcohol- or Drug-Related Vehicular Crimes
When a DUI accusation rises to the level of a felony or involves allegations of serious harm or drug possession, it’s no longer just a traffic offense, it’s a criminal case that can carry years in prison and life-changing consequences. Attorney W. Joseph Edwards is a Columbus criminal defense lawyer with over 30 years of experience defending individuals charged with felony DUI/OVI and related offenses in both state and federal court.
The Law Office of W. Joseph Edwards handles the most complex and high-risk OVI charges, including:
These offenses often involve multiple criminal charges and prosecutorial attempts to stack penalties. We develop strategic defenses aimed at reducing charges, challenging evidence, and protecting your rights at every stage.
While Attorney W. Joseph Edwards is based in Columbus, he represents clients across a wide area of Ohio—particularly in counties with felony-level court systems. Joe regularly handles criminal DUI and vehicular crime cases in Franklin, Fairfield, Montgomery, Lucas, Allen, Marion, and Muskingum Counties. Attorney Edwards regularly takes criminal defense cases in Columbus, Lancaster, Dayton, Toledo, Lima, Marion, and Zanesville.
If you’re facing an Ohio felony DUI, vehicular assault, or OVI-related homicide charge, Attorney Edwards has the experience and statewide reach to represent you effectively.
While most DUI and OVI charges are prosecuted at the state level, some cases fall under federal jurisdiction and may be prosecuted in Columbus, Cincinnati, Dayton, Toledo or other Federal Courts. This is typically related to a DUI occurring on federal property, such as military bases, national parks or VA hospitals. Attorney As a Federal attorney, Joe Edwards is an Ohio Federal Charges defense lawyer with the experience to handle DUI cases in federal court. These charges follow different procedures and sentencing guidelines, making it critical to have a defense attorney familiar with the federal system.
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