Second-in-Ten OVI Charges Dismissed Due to Lack of Impairment Evidence
Our client was pulled over late at night for alleged speeding and marked lanes violations. The officer became suspicious based solely on our client’s supposedly unusual responses—despite there being no reported odor of alcohol, slurred speech, confusion, admission of drinking, or other typical indicators of impairment. Nonetheless, the officer escalated the routine traffic stop into an OVI investigation, resulting in our client being charged with a serious second-in-ten OVI. By highlighting the lack of objective impairment indicators, we successfully obtained a dismissal of the OVI charges. Our client instead entered a plea to traffic citations, preserving his driving record and avoiding severe OVI penalties.
Berea Municipal Court
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May 1, 2025
Court Rules Traffic Stop Illegally Prolonged
When police pulled behind our client and began tracking his speed, he voluntarily pulled into a plaza, expecting to either receive a speeding ticket or simply have the police continue past. Confused by our client's decision to stop without being signaled, the police prolonged the encounter, extensively checking the backgrounds of our client and his passenger. Finding nothing concerning, officers unnecessarily extended the stop by ordering our client out of his vehicle, hoping to obtain consent to search. Ultimately, our client faced OVI charges based on evidence gathered after he exited his car. We challenged the legality of this prolonged detention through a suppression motion, and after a hearing, the judge agreed, ruling that all evidence obtained after the unlawful extension of the stop must be suppressed.
Kent Municipal Court
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May 1, 2025
OVI Dismissed After Highway-Parking Stop and Coerced Urine Test
When officers approached our client’s vehicle—parked on the shoulder of an Ohio highway—they quickly escalated the encounter after noticing that two passengers had been drinking, even though our client showed no signs of impairment. Under threat of a one-year license suspension, he was pressured into providing a urine sample and ultimately charged with OVI. By challenging the legality of the stop and exposing weaknesses in the urine-testing process, we secured a dismissal of the OVI; our client pled only to a minor traffic citation, avoiding license points, fines, and any suspension.
Sandusky County Woodville Municipal Court
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April 30, 2025
OVI and Serious Charges Dismissed Following Single-Vehicle Accident
Our client was charged with OVI, hit/skip, failure to control, and being intoxicated on the roadway following a single-vehicle accident. After thoroughly reviewing the evidence and timeline, we identified multiple evidentiary weaknesses and procedural issues. Leveraging these problems, we successfully secured the dismissal of the OVI, hit/skip, and intoxication charges. Ultimately, our client resolved the matter by pleading to a couple traffic citations, thereby avoiding a license suspension, substantial points on his license, costly fines, and the significant long-term consequences associated with an OVI conviction.
Painesville Municipal Court
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April 29, 2025
OVI Charges Dismissed After Questionable Traffic Stop in Snowy Conditions
Our client was stopped by police after coming to rest beyond the stop bar at a snow-covered intersection. The officer swiftly concluded she was impaired, subjected her to Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) in an snowy parking lot, and obtained a breath test result above the legal limit. Upon investigating the case, we highlighted critical issues with the snowy and slippery conditions affecting both the initial stop and the validity of field sobriety testing. Leveraging these key concerns, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charges, enabling our client to plead instead to a non-moving citation. This outcome protected her from points on her license, avoided increased auto insurance premiums, and prevented the lasting consequences of an OVI conviction on her record.
Ravenna Municipal Court
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April 16, 2025
OVI Charges Dismissed After Accident in Blizzard Conditions
When our client slid off an icy road during a blizzard and collided with a telephone pole, police responded and immediately suspected impairment based solely upon an alleged odor of alcohol and our client’s honest admission of having consumed a couple of beers earlier. Despite hazardous conditions, officers attempted to administer the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) test outdoors in the snow, resulting in an OVI arrest. By raising critical issues regarding the justification for the arrest, the questionable reliability of sobriety testing under such extreme conditions, and our client’s age and previously unblemished record, we successfully achieved the dismissal of all OVI charges. Ultimately, our client resolved the matter by pleading to a non-moving traffic citation, preserving their clean driving history and avoiding severe penalties.
South Euclid Municipal Court
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April 8, 2025
Criminal Record Sealed After Nearly 20 Years
Nearly two decades ago, our client faced criminal charges that left a lasting mark on his record, significantly hindering his employment opportunities and personal growth. Today, through diligent advocacy, we successfully obtained a court order sealing these records, effectively removing this barrier and allowing our client a fresh start with renewed opportunities for employment and advancement.
Berea Municipal Court
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April 7, 2025
OVI Charges Dismissed Despite Prior Conviction and Breath Test
After our client was stopped for minor traffic violations, law enforcement administered Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) and obtained a breath sample indicating he was over the legal limit. Despite these challenging facts and the presence of a prior OVI conviction, we thoroughly investigated the circumstances surrounding the initial traffic stop and identified significant legal and mitigating issues. As a result of our advocacy, the OVI charges were dismissed, and our client resolved the matter with a plea to a minor traffic citation. This favorable outcome protected him from an additional OVI conviction, prevented high points from accruing on his driving record, and avoided a mandatory license suspension.
Sandusky Municipal Court
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April 7, 2025
OVI Charge Dismissed Following Faulty Breath Test
After our client was pulled over for speeding, the situation escalated into a full OVI investigation, resulting in a breath test reading above the legal limit. By thoroughly reviewing the machine’s maintenance records, however, we uncovered that it was taken out of service only days later and not properly calibrated. Armed with this information and challenging the rapid escalation of the stop, we successfully secured a dismissal of the OVI charge, reducing it to a simple traffic citation for our client.
Ottawa County Municipal Court
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March 21, 2025
OVI Charges Dismissed Through Thorough Defense
Our client, who had previously maintained a spotless driving record, was pulled over for making an illegal right turn on red. The routine traffic stop quickly escalated into an OVI investigation, with field sobriety tests and a breath test that registered nearly twice the legal limit. By scrutinizing every detail of the stop and evidence, and highlighting our client’s clean record, our firm successfully secured a dismissal of the OVI charge. Instead, he pled to a non-moving violation—a result that spared him from an OVI conviction on his record, protected his career, avoided license points, and prevented possible jail time.
Lakewood Municipal Court
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March 10, 2025
Challenging Weak Evidence Leads to OVI Dismissal
Our client was charged with OVI after being stopped for alleged speeding and marked lanes violations. However, dash camera footage failed to confirm any lane violations, with officers asserting the infractions occurred before the camera was activated. The investigation was brief, lacking clear signs of impairment. By highlighting the lack of video evidence, the rushed nature of the investigation, and the absence of strong indicators of intoxication, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charges—even though our client had three prior offenses. Instead, he pled to a non-moving citation, avoiding mandatory jail time, a one-year license suspension, significant license points, and the lasting impact of an OVI conviction on his career.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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February 25, 2025
Complete Dismissal of OVI Charges
After our client was stopped for allegedly speeding, officers observed an open seltzer in the vehicle and conducted standard field sobriety tests before making an arrest for driving under the influence. Upon closer examination, however, we discovered there were no other signs of impairment, and our client’s breath test result registered a .000. When authorities shifted their focus to marijuana, they relied on a urine test that merely detects residual THC metabolites from days or even weeks prior. Leveraging these facts, we aggressively challenged the prosecution’s case and successfully secured a complete dismissal of the OVI charges against our client.
Sandusky Municipal Court
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February 24, 2025
OVI Charges Dismissed Due to Investigation Errors
Our client was accused of briefly turning the wrong way onto a one-way street before correcting, but the police had no dash cam footage to support this claim. After his arrest for OVI, they alleged he provided a breath test over the legal limit. However, our investigation uncovered an error with the breath test machine. By challenging these issues, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charges, with our client pleading to a non-moving violation instead—protecting him from an OVI conviction, license points, and other serious penalties.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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February 13, 2025
From OVI Charge to Dismissal
Our client was charged with an OVI based on little more than an officer’s suspicion of marijuana impairment. Knowing his rights, he declined a urine test, which would have only detected residual metabolites from past use rather than actual impairment. To complicate matters, law enforcement mistakenly claimed this was his second OVI. We clarified that this was not the case and challenged the lack of concrete evidence of impairment. As a result, the OVI charge was dismissed, and our client instead resolved the case with traffic citations—avoiding a one-year license suspension, an OVI conviction, and additional points on his record.
Elyria Municipal Court
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February 10, 2025
Experienced Ohio DUI Defense Attorney Secures Dismissal of OVI Charges
Our client was involved in a single-vehicle accident and later drove home, where he visited with a neighbor and consumed alcohol after the incident. The police tracked his vehicle to his residence, conducted an interview, and ultimately charged him with a hit and skip, as well as an OVI. By meticulously gathering evidence and demonstrating to the prosecutor that the OVI charges were unwarranted due to intervening alcohol consumption after the accident, we successfully secured a complete dismissal of the OVI charges.
Vermilion Municipal Court
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January 28, 2025
Dismissal of Driving Under Suspension (DUS) Charges
When our client was stopped by police, he was informed that he was driving under a suspended license—an allegation he was completely unaware of. Upon investigation, we meticulously reviewed BMV records and identified critical issues with the notices sent by the BMV. Armed with these findings, we challenged the validity of the suspension, ultimately securing a complete dismissal of the DUS charges.
Ottawa County Municipal Court
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January 21, 2025
Success Story: Challenging an OVI Charge with Skilled Defense
Our client was stopped for an alleged marked lanes violation, which led to an investigation and an OVI charge. Through diligent and aggressive representation, we challenged the case on procedural grounds and highlighted issues with missing discovery materials. As a result, the judge granted our administrative license suspension appeal, the OVI charges were dismissed, and our client resolved the matter with a non-moving violation. He left court with his license in hand, no points on his record, and no requirement to attend jail or driver intervention programs.
Avon Lake Municipal Court
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January 21, 2025
Victory for Client: OVI Charges Dismissed
When our client was approached by police while parked lawfully on a street, a routine interaction escalated into an investigation and an OVI charge. Facing the severe consequences of an OVI conviction—mandatory penalties and a lasting mark on his record—he turned to us for help. Through a thorough examination of the facts, we successfully demonstrated to the prosecutor that the state lacked sufficient evidence to prove our client operated his vehicle while impaired. As a result, the OVI charges were dismissed, and our client accepted a plea to a non-moving violation, avoiding the harsh penalties of an OVI conviction.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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January 14, 2025
Ohio DUI Defense: Marked Lanes Violation and Field Sobriety Test Defense
In this case, our client was accused of committing marked lanes violations, which led to a traffic stop, despite the officer not personally witnessing any traffic infractions. Although our client cooperated with the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) eye test, she was unable to complete the remaining field sobriety tests due to her age (66) and physical limitations. A breath test later showed a result over the high-tier limit, but we focused on the fact that no traffic violations were observed by the officer, along with other mitigating factors and evidentiary issues. Our skilled defense team successfully argued for the dismissal of the OVI citation, and our client pled to a non-moving violation instead, avoiding the severe consequences of an OVI on her record and preventing high points from being assessed to her driver's license.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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January 9, 2025
Complete Dismissal of Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor Charges
Our client faced accusations of contributing to the delinquency of a minor after being alleged to have permitted teenagers to drink alcohol and use marijuana at his residence. Upon thoroughly reviewing the case, we uncovered that the evidence was entirely insufficient, relying more on speculation and unfounded assumptions than concrete proof. Due to our diligent investigation and strategic defense, we successfully secured a complete dismissal of all charges.
Erie County Juvenile Court
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January 3, 2025
Experienced DUI Attorney Secures Dismissal of OVI Charges After Single-Vehicle Accident
Our client was involved in a serious single-vehicle accident that caused her car to roll over, necessitating emergency assistance. Police broke a window to help her escape but quickly shifted their focus to an OVI investigation, even as paramedics and hospital staff provided critical medical care. Through our thorough investigation, we determined that the signs of impairment cited by authorities were more likely the result of trauma from the accident rather than alcohol or drug use. Consequently, the OVI charges were dismissed, and the client pleaded to a non-moving violation. This outcome protected her from license points, a lengthy suspension, an OVI conviction on her record, and increased auto insurance rates.
Sandusky County Court - Clyde
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December 26, 2024
Successful OVI Defense: Achieving Justice for Our Client
Our client was stopped by law enforcement under the claim that her temporary tag, displayed in the rear window, was not visible. Despite this minor issue, the officer alleged an odor of alcohol and noted watery eyes, prompting him to order her out of the vehicle for field sobriety tests. This led to an OVI charge. Recognizing the importance of protecting our client’s rights, we filed a motion to suppress evidence, challenging the validity of the traffic stop and questioning whether the officer lawfully expanded and prolonged the detention. Our thorough legal strategy resulted in the dismissal of the OVI charge, with our client instead pleading to a traffic citation. This resolution also spared her from the significant consequences of a license suspension.
Norwalk Municipal Court
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December 20, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed Through Strategic Defense
When a state trooper alleged our client made an unsafe lane change and displayed signs of impairment, including bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and the smell of alcohol, the case initially appeared challenging. Our client was subjected to field sobriety tests, arrested, and taken to the station, where an attempt to administer a breath test failed due to issues with the machine. However, through a thorough investigation, we discovered that many of the trooper's claims were contradicted by video evidence from the traffic stop. Armed with these inconsistencies, we successfully negotiated a dismissal of the OVI charges, with our client pleading to a non-moving violation instead. This outcome spared our client from license points, the lasting stigma of an OVI conviction, and the associated penalties.
Ashtabula Municipal Court
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December 19, 2024
Protecting Your CDL and Career: A Successful OVI Defense
When our client, a commercial driver, was stopped for allegedly crossing a marked line and subjected to an OVI investigation—including an over-the-limit breath test—we understood the stakes: his career and livelihood were on the line. Our team fought aggressively to secure an outcome that protected his commercial driver’s license. We achieved a complete dismissal of the OVI charge, a plea to a non-moving citation with no points, vacated the administrative license suspension, and avoided any court-imposed suspension. This resolution safeguarded his CDL and ensured his ability to continue his career without disruption.
Lorain Municipal Court
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December 12, 2024
Successful Defense Against OVI Charges
After allegedly observing our client engaged in street racing, law enforcement quickly shifted their focus to an OVI investigation, administering field sobriety tests and later a breath test that registered above the legal limit. We challenged the rapid escalation of the traffic stop and raised multiple legal issues that called into question the validity of the investigation. As a result, the OVI charges were dismissed, and our client agreed to resolve the matter with minor traffic citations. This outcome spared our client from the severe consequences of an OVI conviction, including steep fines, significant license points, and a year-long license suspension.
Elyria Municipal Court
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December 10, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed and Client Avoids OVI Record
After our client was accused of crossing a fog line twice while speeding and subsequently arrested for OVI with a breath test result over the legal limit, we conducted a thorough investigation into the case. By meticulously following a strategic approach, we were able to challenge the evidence and secure the best possible outcome for our client. As a result, the OVI charges were dismissed, and our client pled to a non-moving citation, avoiding points on his license, hefty fines, an OVI record, and a year-long license suspension.
Parma Municipal Court
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December 9, 2024
Successful Defense Against OVI Charges for Golf Cart Stop
Our client was stopped while operating a golf cart on a roadway and quickly subjected to field sobriety tests, which the officer suspiciously conducted out of view of his 180-degree dash camera. Through a thorough investigation, we raised significant doubts about the justification for the stop and challenged the officer's deliberate avoidance of objective video evidence. After heated negotiations with the prosecutor, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing our client to plead to a simple traffic citation. This resolution spared him from high license points, a mandatory one-year license suspension, and the damaging impact of an OVI conviction on his career.
Ottawa County Municipal Court
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December 6, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed, Client Avoids Severe Penalties
Our client was arrested for OVI following a minor fender bender, with a breath test allegedly over the legal limit. Despite the challenging circumstances, we successfully secured a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing the client to plead to minor traffic citations instead. This resolution spared him from an OVI conviction, significant points on his driving record, a potential year-long license suspension, mandatory jail time, and the possible loss of his job.
Elyria Municipal Court
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December 5, 2024
Successful Defense: Felony and Misdemeanor Charges Drastically Reduced
Our client faced a daunting array of charges, including two first-degree misdemeanors, five fifth-degree felonies, one third-degree felony, one second-degree felony, and one first-degree felony. Through thorough investigation and strategic legal representation, we meticulously examined the state's evidence—and the lack thereof—to negotiate a highly favorable outcome. As a result, all charges were dismissed except for a single misdemeanor. Our client avoided jail time entirely and walked out of court with only a $100 fine.
Ottawa County Common Pleas and Municipal Courts
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December 2, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed: Strategic Defense Leads to No Jail Time
Our client was stopped by police for a minor traffic issue and subsequently asked to exit her vehicle to perform field sobriety tests. Despite her prior OVI conviction and a breath test result exceeding the legal limit, we strategically challenged the officer's investigation. We argued that the officer lacked sufficient evidence of impairment to justify removing her from the vehicle and that the field sobriety tests were not conducted in substantial compliance with standardized procedures. By focusing on these critical issues, we successfully secured a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead of facing a mandatory minimum jail sentence of ten days, our client resolved the matter with a non-moving traffic citation and avoided jail time altogether. This case highlights the importance of scrutinizing every aspect of an OVI investigation to ensure that our clients receive the best possible outcome.
Fremont Municipal Court
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November 21, 2024
OVI Charges Dropped After Misinterpretation of Aging Signs Revealed
Our elderly client was charged with an OVI after a minor fender bender, with police mistakenly attributing signs of aging to impairment. Recognizing the injustice, we conducted a thorough investigation into the accident and the police’s OVI evaluation, uncovering critical evidence that demonstrated this misinterpretation. Due to our diligent efforts and advocacy, the OVI charges were completely dismissed. Our client instead resolved the matter with a minor misdemeanor traffic citation and a $100 fine, avoiding the serious consequences of an OVI conviction.
Ottawa County Municipal Court
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November 8, 2024
Leaving the Scene Charge Completely Dismissed
Our client faced serious charges after a minor fender bender: leaving the scene of an accident. This first-degree misdemeanor carried penalties of up to 6 months in jail, a $1,000 fine, and a mandatory license suspension. Recognizing the severe impact on our client's life and livelihood, our legal team meticulously examined the case details. Through strategic defense and compelling advocacy, we secured a complete dismissal of all charges, protecting our client's record and driving privileges.
Elyria Municipal Court
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November 7, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed Following Questionable Traffic Stop
Our client was accused of committing multiple traffic violations, leading to an OVI arrest and a breath test showing results over the legal limit. However, our diligent investigation uncovered several issues with the initial traffic stop. We highlighted these issues in a suppression motion, which ultimately resulted in the dismissal of the OVI charges. Our client was able to resolve the case by pleading to a non-moving citation instead. This outcome spared him from the heavy license points associated with an OVI conviction and helped protect his career.
Bedford Municipal Court
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November 7, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed Following Unjustified Investigation
Our client was initially stopped for a minor traffic issue, yet soon found himself subjected to an OVI investigation despite insufficient indicators of impairment. After a thorough review of the state’s evidence, our legal team crafted a strong defense and successfully secured a dismissal of the OVI charges. Ultimately, our client resolved the matter by pleading to a simple traffic citation. This favorable outcome meant he avoided jail time, protected his record from an OVI conviction, and maintained his driving privileges without any license suspension.
Elyria Municipal Court
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November 7, 2024
Dismissal of OVI Charges for Client in Minor Accident
Our client was involved in a minor accident, and when police arrived at the scene, they focused on investigating potential impairment rather than ensuring our client’s well-being. Despite being charged with an OVI (Operating a Vehicle Impaired), our dedicated legal team successfully negotiated a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead, our client only needed to plead to a minor, non-moving citation, sparing her from the serious consequences associated with an OVI conviction. This outcome protected her record, prevented any points from being added to her license, and avoided a potential license suspension.
Elyria Municipal Court
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November 7, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed Following Unjust Traffic Stop Escalation
Our client was initially stopped for a minor issue: failing to display a license plate. However, the situation quickly escalated, with officers subjecting him to a pat-down, field sobriety tests, a roadside portable breath test, and an evidentiary breath test at the police station. Despite test results above the legal limit, our team focused on the improper escalation of what began as a routine traffic stop. Through our aggressive defense, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing our client to plead to a non-moving citation. This outcome saved him from points on his license, avoided a license suspension, and prevented an OVI from appearing on his record.
Sandusky County Court District 1 - Clyde
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October 29, 2024
Charges Dismissed After Police Complaint Incident
Our client reached out to us after a distressing encounter with a police officer. She was seeking assistance when her car broke down, but instead of help, she felt treated unfairly, as though she were a criminal. Following the incident, she filed a formal complaint about the officer’s conduct. However, after reviewing the body camera footage, the police department alleged that her complaint included false statements, leading to her being charged with a first-degree misdemeanor. With our firm’s dedicated and strategic representation, we successfully negotiated for the dismissal of the first-degree misdemeanor charges. Ultimately, our client only needed to pay a $50 fine for a minor misdemeanor citation, protecting her record and restoring her peace of mind.
Ottawa County Municipal Court
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October 29, 2024
OVI Charge Dismissed: Protecting Our Client’s Record and Career
Our client faced an OVI charge after a traffic stop, where a breath test indicated levels above the legal limit. Despite the initial evidence, we successfully secured a dismissal of the OVI charge, allowing him to plead to a non-moving violation instead. By keeping the OVI off his record, we helped him retain his job and avoid the long-term consequences of a serious offense.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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October 24, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed After Unwarranted Escalation
When our client was stopped for speeding, the police swiftly escalated the stop into an OVI investigation, leading to OVI charges. We intervened and successfully achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing our client to plead to a non-moving violation instead. This outcome protected our client’s record from the serious impact of an OVI charge.
North Olmsted Mayors Court
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October 3, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed
Our client was found asleep in his parked vehicle, prompting police to approach for a wellness check. However, the situation quickly escalated into OVI charges. Through a determined and strategic defense, we achieved a dismissal of these charges, allowing our client to resolve the matter with a non-moving violation instead. This outcome protected our client’s record from the severe implications of an OVI.
Elyria Municipal Court
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October 2, 2024
OVI Charges Reduced
What might be defined as a win can differ from case to case. For example, in this case our client was charged with a second-in-ten (4th lifetime) OVI with a refusal. As a result, he was facing a minimum of 20 day and maximum of 180 days in jail. Through strategic representation, we helped him to avoid any jail time by persuading the prosecutor and judge to treat the OVI as a first-in-ten. Although he still received an OVI, in his eyes the avoidance of any jail time was a big win.
Avon Lake Municipal Court
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October 2, 2024
Second in 20 OVI Charges Dismissed Due to Misidentified Impairment
Our client received an OVI citation, despite his last OVI incident being over 13 years ago. We argued that the police had misinterpreted signs of impairment, and through a strong defense, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charges. Our client was instead able to resolve the matter with a non-moving violation, preserving his record from the significant impact of a repeat OVI charge.
Avon Lake Municipal Court
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October 2, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed Following Minor Fender Bender
After a minor fender bender in a drive-thru, our client was unexpectedly accused of an OVI by the police. We provided assertive representation, successfully obtaining a dismissal of the OVI charges. Our client resolved the matter with a non-moving violation, protecting her record from serious repercussions.
Parma Municipal Court
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September 10, 2024
Dismissal of OVI Charges Despite Prior Record and Breath Test Results
Our client faced new OVI charges after a breath test showed results above the legal limit, along with a prior OVI from several years ago. Through strategic representation, we secured a dismissal of the new OVI charges, allowing our client to plead to a non-moving violation instead, protecting his record from further impact.
Brook Park Mayors Court
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September 9, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed, Resolved with Minor Traffic Citations
Our client faced OVI charges, but through assertive representation, we successfully achieved a dismissal of these charges. Instead, our client was able to resolve the matter with minor traffic citations, protecting his record from the impact of an OVI.
Elyria Municipal Court
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September 5, 2024
Challenging OVI Charges: Dismissal Secured Through In-Depth Defense
When our client was charged with an OVI, we conducted thorough research and identified key issues with the traffic stop and subsequent OVI investigation. The arguments we presented led to a dismissal of the OVI charge, allowing our client to resolve the matter with a simple traffic citation instead.
Erie County Municipal Court
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August 26, 2024
Case Success: OVI Charges Dismissed
When our client faced OVI charges, we uncovered key issues in the case: missing video footage from the traffic stop and conflicting reports regarding the reason for the stop. Leveraging these inconsistencies, we successfully negotiated a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead, our client resolved the matter with a plea to a non-moving citation, protecting their record and future.
Vermilion Municipal Court
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August 20, 2024
Case Result: OVI Charges Dismissed Due to Misinterpreted Signs of Aging
Our client was initially stopped for a traffic violation, then given field sobriety tests, and ultimately charged with an OVI. We demonstrated that the so-called signs of impairment were, in fact, normal signs of aging, not intoxication. This clarity led to the dismissal of the OVI charges, with our client accepting a non-moving citation instead—preserving their record and peace of mind.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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August 15, 2024
CDL and Career Saved After OVI Charge Dismissal
Our client, a commercial driver, faced an OVI charge that threatened his commercial driver’s license (CDL) and livelihood. We successfully achieved a dismissal of the OVI charge and vacated his administrative license suspension. By resolving the case with a minor traffic citation, our client avoided the OVI conviction, CDL disqualification, and potential job loss, securing his career and future.
Norwalk Municipal Court
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August 13, 2024
Aggravated Menacing Charges Dismissed
Our client faced aggravated menacing charges following an alleged argument with a recreation center employee, during which there was an alleged reference to a gun. Through strategic and assertive representation, we achieved a complete dismissal of all charges, protecting our client’s record and reputation.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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August 13, 2024
Protecting Our Client’s Future and Driving Privileges
Our client faced an OVI charge that threatened to leave a permanent mark on his record and result in a mandatory one-year license suspension. Through determined advocacy, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, reducing them to minor traffic citations. This outcome allowed our client to avoid an OVI conviction and keep his driving privileges intact. Our firm is committed to securing favorable resolutions and protecting our clients' futures.
Elyria Municipal Court
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July 30, 2024
Securing a Positive Outcome in an OVI Case
Our client was pulled over for an alleged marked lanes violation, subjected to field sobriety tests, and later arrested with a request for a breath test, which he refused. By challenging the validity of the OVI investigation and field sobriety procedures, we successfully obtained a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead, our client pled to a non-moving citation, sparing him from the long-term consequences of an OVI on his record and additional penalties.
Erie County Municipal Court
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July 22, 2024
Achieving a Dismissal of Serious Charges
Our client faced a first-degree misdemeanor charge for driving under an OVI suspension, which included a mandatory three-day jail term and an additional one-year license suspension. Through our effective representation, we secured a dismissal of the serious charges, allowing our client to plead to a minor traffic citation with only a small fine.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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July 16, 2024
Securing a Favorable Outcome in a High-Tier OVI Case
Our client was charged with an OVI after registering a high-tier result on a breath test. Through creative strategy and aggressive representation, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing our client to plead to a minor traffic citation instead.
Sandusky Municipal Court
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July 16, 2024
Fighting for Dismissal of OVI Charges and License Restoration
Our client was charged with an OVI, but through our aggressive representation, the charges were dismissed, and his license was immediately reinstated.
Sandusky Municipal Court
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July 16, 2024
Securing Dismissal of OVI Charges Despite Breath Test Results
Our client faced OVI charges after a breath test indicated a result over the legal limit. Through aggressive representation, we successfully achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges.
Elyria Municipal Court
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July 11, 2024
Challenging Misinterpretation and Securing Dismissal of OVI Charges
Our client was stopped by police, who mistook natural signs of aging for impairment. Although a subsequent urine test detected certain chemicals, we presented his case with determination and achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead, our client pled to a non-moving citation, avoiding the impact of an OVI record.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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July 11, 2024
Achieving Dismissal of High-Tier OVI Charges
Our client faced OVI charges after a high breath test result. Through aggressive representation, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing him to plead to a non-moving citation instead. This outcome spared him from license points and a year-long suspension.
Erie County Municipal Court
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July 3, 2024
Challenging Field Sobriety Tests and Securing a Favorable Outcome
Our client faced OVI charges, but we identified key issues with the field sobriety tests conducted by the police. Through our challenge, we achieved a dismissal of her OVI charges, allowing her to plead to a non-moving citation instead.
Mentor Municipal Court
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July 1, 2024
Achieving Dismissal of OVI Charges After Breath Test Refusal
Our client was stopped, arrested, and asked to take a breath test, which he refused. We stepped in, presenting strong arguments on his behalf that led to a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead, he resolved the case with a traffic citation.
Lakewood Municipal Court
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June 26, 2024
Protecting Careers by Securing Dismissals in High-Tier OVI Cases
Our client provided a high-tier breath test sample, leading to OVI charges that threatened his career. Through aggressive representation, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing him to plead to a non-moving citation instead—safeguarding his job in the process.
Lorain Municipal Court
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June 24, 2024
Securing Dismissal of OVI Charges After Breath Test Refusal
Our client faced OVI charges after refusing a breath test. Through a thorough investigation, we uncovered critical issues in his case, resulting in a dismissal of the OVI charges. Instead, he resolved the matter with a non-moving citation.
Lorain Municipal Court
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June 17, 2024
Challenging Unfair OVI Charges Resulting from a Minor Traffic Stop
Our client was pulled over for a license plate light issue and subsequently subjected to field sobriety tests in snowy conditions, resulting in an OVI charge. Through our representation, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing her to plead to a non-moving citation instead.
Painesville Municipal Court
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June 10, 2024
Achieving Dismissal of OVI Charges Through Strategic Defense
Our client was stopped after crossing the center line, subjected to field sobriety tests, and subsequently charged with an OVI. Through aggressive representation, including filing motions for discovery sanctions against the State and a suppression motion, we reached a resolution allowing our client to plead to a non-moving citation, resulting in the dismissal of the OVI charges.
Erie County Municipal Court
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May 31, 2024
Resolving Long-Standing Domestic Violence Charges
Our client faced domestic violence charges after a physical altercation with an adult sibling. With concerns about the potential consequences, he left these charges open with an outstanding warrant for several years. Once he retained our firm, we acted quickly to lift the warrant and successfully secured a dismissal of the charges.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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May 28, 2024
Securing Dismissal of Serious Charges Through Thorough Investigation
Our client was accused of impaired driving with her children in the vehicle. Through a meticulous investigation, we uncovered critical issues with the State’s case, leading to a dismissal of the most serious charges. Instead, our client resolved the matter with a non-moving citation and a disorderly conduct charge.
Chardon Municipal Court
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May 24, 2024
Challenging OVI Charges Stemming from a Minor Traffic Stop
Our client was initially stopped for an alleged loud exhaust, which quickly escalated into an OVI investigation, resulting in charges for driving over the legal blood alcohol limit. Through aggressive representation, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing our client to plead to a traffic offense instead.
Chardon Municipal Court
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May 22, 2024
Securing Dismissal of High-Tier OVI Charges Through Rigorous Investigation
After a traffic stop, our client was subjected to field sobriety tests and a breath test, which registered in the high-tier OVI range. Through a thorough investigation, we uncovered significant issues with the breath test procedure. Leveraging these findings, we successfully obtained a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing our client to resolve the case with a non-moving citation instead.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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May 20, 2024
Protecting a Commercial Driver’s License and Career
Our client, a commercial driver, faced losing both his CDL and his job due to an OVI charge. We fought vigorously on his behalf, achieving a dismissal of the OVI, vacating his administrative license suspension, and ultimately saving his CDL and career.
Bedford Municipal Court
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May 10, 2024
Securing Dismissal of High-Tier OVI Charges and Protecting Our Client’s Record
Our client was involved in a minor accident that led to building damage. After his arrest, he declined a breath test and faced a second-in-ten OVI charge with severe penalties. Through thorough investigation, we gathered witness testimony confirming he’d only had two beers over more than three hours. By highlighting the weaknesses in the State’s case and preparing for a jury trial, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charges on the eve of trial. Our client avoided an OVI conviction, jail time, and points on his license.
Fremont Municipal Court
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May 9, 2024
Achieving Dismissal of Third-in-Ten OVI Charges
Our client faced serious third-in-ten OVI charges after a police officer questioned him and a urine test allegedly detected substances over the legal limit. However, our analysis revealed a lack of probable cause—the officer approached our client simply because he’d been parked at a gas station for an hour, deemed “suspicious.” Leveraging this and other issues, we moved forward with a suppression motion hearing, ultimately securing a dismissal of the OVI charges. Our client resolved the case with a non-moving citation, avoiding jail time, license suspension, points, and vehicle forfeiture.
Vermilion Municipal Court
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May 9, 2024
Overturning OVI Charges Following a Winter Accident
After our client was involved in an accident on a snowy day, responding police quickly initiated an OVI investigation, and she ultimately provided an over-the-limit breath test. Our thorough analysis uncovered critical issues with both the investigation and test results, which we presented at a suppression motion hearing. As a result, the OVI charges were dismissed, allowing her to plead to a non-moving citation instead—avoiding points on her license, an OVI conviction, and a lengthy suspension.
Portage County Court - Ravenna
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May 8, 2024
Securing Dismissal of High-Tier OVI Charges and Avoiding Severe Penalties
Our client faced high-tier OVI charges, which would have resulted in mandatory jail time, a year-long license suspension, points on her license, a significant fine, and a lasting OVI record. Through dedicated representation, we achieved a dismissal of the OVI charges, allowing her to plead to a non-moving citation instead and sparing her from these severe penalties.
Lorain Municipal Court
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May 7, 2024
OVI Charge Dismissed After Successful Defense
Our client was stopped for alleged speeding, a license plate light issue, and weaving within his lane. This led to field sobriety tests, an arrest, and requests for both breath and urine samples. After thoroughly analyzing his case, we identified significant issues with the field sobriety tests, as well as favorable points related to the breath and urine tests. Our efforts resulted in a full dismissal of the OVI charge. In the end, our client only pled to the minor citations for speeding and a license plate light, with a combined fine of just $75.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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April 18, 2024
OVI Charge Dismissed Based on Questionable Traffic Stop
Our client was stopped by a State Trooper for allegedly rolling through a stop sign and red light. This led to field sobriety tests, an arrest, and a breath sample that registered over the legal limit. However, after reviewing the dash cam footage, we found the reasons for the stop were questionable at best. Using this evidence, we secured a dismissal of the OVI charge, with our client instead pleading to a non-moving citation. This outcome spared our client from an OVI on their record, the requirement to complete a driver intervention program, a year-long license suspension, and points on their driving record.
Elyria Municipal Court
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April 17, 2024
Underage OVI Charges Dismissed Due to Procedural Violations
Our client, under the legal drinking age, was stopped by police, subjected to field sobriety tests, and provided a breath sample over the legal limit. However, our investigation uncovered multiple procedural issues: the police failed to conduct the required 20-minute observation period before administering the breath test, and the unusually high test result was inconsistent with her appearance on video. Additionally, the officer suspiciously turned off his body camera during the breath test. These findings led to a dismissal of the OVI charges. Our client only pled to a speeding and non-moving citation, avoiding any license suspension or OVI on her record.
Berea Municipal Court
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April 11, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed After Questionable Traffic Stop and Testing
Our client was stopped by police for an alleged marked lanes violation, which quickly escalated into an OVI investigation with field sobriety tests. Despite performing well on these tests, the officer proceeded to administer a non-scientific "lack of convergence" test. Ultimately, our client provided a breath sample that was just barely over the legal limit. By highlighting all the issues with the traffic stop and testing methods, we successfully secured a dismissal of the OVI charges, with our client only needing to plead to a minor traffic citation.
Vermilion Municipal Court
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March 28, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed After Questionable Stop and Testing Procedures
Our client was stopped by police for allegedly crossing a fog line, which quickly led to field sobriety tests. We challenged both the basis of the stop—questioning whether she actually crossed the fog line—and the manner in which the sobriety tests were administered. This approach resulted in a dismissal of her OVI charges, allowing her to plead to a simple traffic citation instead. She avoided high points on her license and left court without any license suspension.
Norwalk Municipal Court
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March 27, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed, Plea to Minor Traffic Citations Secured
After being stopped for speeding, our client was subjected to field sobriety tests by an Ohio State Patrol officer, leading to an arrest and OVI charge. We successfully obtained a dismissal of the OVI charges, with our client entering a plea to a non-moving citation and the speeding citation instead. This outcome spared him from the lasting impact of an OVI on his record and avoided the mandatory penalties that typically accompany such a charge.
Vermilion Municipal Court
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March 26, 2024
OVI Dismissed, Client Avoids Major Penalties
Our client was initially stopped for an alleged marked lanes violation, subjected to field sobriety tests, and provided a breath test that registered over the legal limit. Despite this, we successfully achieved a dismissal of the OVI charge, allowing him to plead to a non-moving citation instead. As a result, he left court with his license fully reinstated, no points added, no jail time, and no driver intervention program requirements.
Lorain Municipal Court
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March 25, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed After Challenging Stop and Testing Procedures
Despite our client’s arrest and a breath test result over the legal limit, we identified multiple issues regarding the initial stop and the administration of field sobriety tests. These challenges led to a dismissal of her OVI charges, with her entering a plea to a non-moving citation instead.
Vermilion Municipal Court
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March 21, 2024
OVI With Breath Test Dismissed:
Although our client was subjected to field sobriety tests and then provided a breath test that was over the legal limit, a thorough investigation revealed issues with the traffic stop and breath test. For example, the evidence showed that the officers failed to properly observe our client for 20 minutes prior to conducting the breath test. As a result, we obtained a dismissal of all of the charges against him, with him entering a plea to a non-moving citation instead. In addition to saving him from points to his driving record, and the impact of an OVI on his record, we helped him escape what would have been a minimum one-year license suspension.
Avon Lake Municipal Court
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March 20, 2024
Hit & Skip Charges Dismissed:
Our client was charged with a first-degree misdemeanor hit and skip charge after he left the scene of an accident where he believed there was no damage requiring him to stay. Although he was facing a mandatory license suspension, we obtained a dismissal of the hit & skip charges, with him pleading to a minor misdemeanor traffic citation instead.
Avon Lake Municipal Court
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March 14, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed:
Our client was stopped for speeding and then found himself being put through standardized field sobriety tests, arrested and cited with an OVI. Through an investigation into his case, we raised issued with regard to the field sobriety tests and a general lack of evidence of impairment. As a result, we obtained a dismissal of the OVI charges with our client pleading to a non-moving citation instead.
Chardon Municipal Court
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March 12, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed, CDL Saved:
Our client was at risk of losing his job and his commercial driver's license after he was charged with an OVI. We obtained a dismissal of the OVI charges, with the court vacating his administrative license suspension, in a maneuver that saved his job and CDL. He pled to a non-moving citation instead.
Cleveland Municipal Court
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March 7, 2024
Underage Possession of Alcohol Charges Dismissed:
Our client was charged with a first-degree misdemeanor for allegedly being in possession of alcohol containers that were in the toolbox of his truck. However, by demonstrating that the state lacked sufficient evidence of his knowledge of the alcohol in his truck, which he and others in his family used, we obtained a complete dismissal of the charges.
Fremont Municipal Court
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February 27, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed:
After our client was stopped for an alleged turn signal violation, he quickly found an officer putting him through field sobriety test despite our client's injured knee. Despite providing a urine sample that tested over the legal limit, we were able to obtain a dismissal of the OVI charges with our client pleading to a traffic citation instead.
Ottawa County Municipal Court
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February 23, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed - CDL Saved:
Our client faced a disqualification of his CDL, jail time, points to his license and a year-long license suspension when he was charged with an OVI. We saved him from all of these consequences by obtaining a dismissal of the OVI charges and him pleading to a non-moving citation instead.
Berea Municipal Court
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February 15, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed Despite Accident:
The police charged our client with an OVI after she was in an accident during which her air bag went off and she bumped her head. By showed that perceived clues of impairment were likely clues of a concussion instead, we obtained a dismissal of the OVI charges with our client pleading to a traffic citation instead. This saved her from a mandatory license suspension, from jail time and even from having to take the driver's intervention program.
Cleveland Municipal Court
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February 13, 2024
Second in Ten OVI Charges Dismissed:
Although our client had a prior OVI conviction, we investigated her new OVI charges and presented multiple weaknesses in the State's case to the court. By doing so, we obtained a dismissal of the OVI charges with her entering a plea to a non-moving citation instead. She was saved from points to her license, mandatory jail time and a lengthy license suspension.
Lorain Municipal Court
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February 7, 2024
Child Endangerment Charges Dismissed:
Our client was charged with child endangerment charges after an incident during which he had drinks. We pulled apart weaknesses in the case against him until we obtained a dismissal of the child endangerment charges.
Ottawa County Municipal Court
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February 2, 2024
Hit and Skip Conviction Avoided:
Our client was involved in a fender bender and then accused of leaving the scene. If convicted, she would have faced a mandatory license suspension. By strategically presenting her case, we were able to avoid the hit and skip conviction with her pleading to a minor misdemeanor non-moving citation instead. Thus, her license was saved.
Sandusky Municipal Court
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January 29, 2024
Client Escapes 3rd in 10 OVI:
Our client was facing a third-in-ten OVI charge; however, by leveraging issues with the charging documents we were able to resolve her case with just a traffic citation. By doing so, she avoided high points to her license, jail time and a forfeiture of her vehicle.
Lakewood Municipal Court
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January 17, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed Despite Priors:
After our client was stopped for a traffic violation, miscommunication occurred over the police department radios such that they believed our client had five prior OVI's, which was not accurate. This resulted in a rushed and incomplete investigation. We argued issues with the investigation and as a result we were able to get the OVI dismissed with our client pleading to the traffic violation.
Ottawa County Municipal Court
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January 10, 2024
OVI Charges Dismissed
Despite our client having admitted to having drinks and providing an alcohol test result that was over the legal limit, we were able to reveal issues with the State's case that resulted in a dismissal of the OVI charges with our client pleading to a non-moving traffic citation instead.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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December 21, 2023
OVI Charges Dismissed:
Our client was stopped by the police, ordered out of her car, subjected to field sobriety tests, arrested and cited with an OVI. Thorough investigation of her case and documentation of her charges helped us to achieve a dismissal of those OVI charges with her pleading to a traffic citation instead.
Mentor Municipal Court
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December 20, 2023
Vehicular Vandalism Charges Dismissed:
Our client was charged with a first-degree misdemeanor for allegedly throwing his rake at a car passing his yard. The driver of the other vehicle was ultimately charged with felonies because he physically attacked our client. By pointing out that the state lacked evidence of the accusations against our client, we obtained complete dismissal of the charges.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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December 14, 2023
Marijuana OVI Dismissed:
Our client was stopped for speeding, subjected to SFSTs, provided a breath test that showed that he was under the legal limit for alcohol, and then provided a urine sample that tested positive for THC metabolites. Certain metabolites may show in a person's urine even if they last used THC days or weeks prior; however, under Ohio law simply testing over and operating a vehicle remains an OVI. However, but leveraging information and facts about the traffic stop, we were able to obtain a dismissal of the OVI charges with our client pleading to a non-moving citation instead. He avoided an OVI on his record, avoided six points to his license and avoided a year long suspension.
Rocky River Municipal Court
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December 14, 2023
Golf Cart OVI Charges Dismissed:
Our client was stopped as he was entering a state park on Put-in-Bay, something that we have seen frequently this past year. He ultimately arrested and subjected to a urine test. We were able to obtain a dismissal of the charges, with him pleading to a traffic citation instead.
Ottawa County Municipal Court
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December 13, 2023
Underage OVI Charges Dismissed:
Our client, who was under the age of 21, received an underage OVI charge after providing a test over the legal limit for individuals his age. We raised issues with respect to the identification of our client as the driver as well as the lack of good evidence of impairment to justify an arrest. We, therefore, obtained a dismissal of the OVI charge with our client pleading to a traffic citation instead.
Ottawa County Municipal Court
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December 13, 2023
