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Colin Maher

Colin Maher is the founder and managing attorney of The Maher Law Firm, a leading criminal, traffic, and DUI/OVI defense practice in Columbus, Ohio. With over a decade of dedicated legal experience, Colin has successfully handled thousands of cases and nearly 100 trials across Central Ohio courts. Known for his aggressive courtroom advocacy and direct client communication, he specializes in protecting individual rights against complex criminal charges, traffic violations, and strict Ohio OVI penalties. Colin has provided over 10,000 free consultations, helping clients navigate the legal system with confidence and personalized defense strategies.

Credentials

  • Jurisdictions & Licensing Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio.
  • Bar Admissions Ohio State Bar Association Member.
  • Law School J.D., University of Toledo College of Law (2008).
  • Undergraduate Education B.S., Miami University of Ohio (2003).

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Articles by Colin Maher

Insights on DUI/OVI defense, traffic violations, and criminal law in Columbus and Central Ohio.

DUI

What is the Difference Between OVI and DUI in Ohio?

Ohio has some pretty strict penalties for criminal and traffic violations. Many of these penalties are hidden in…

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
05 March 2025
7 Minutes Read
File a Police Report on Someone For Harassment
Criminal Defense

What Happens When You File a Police Report on Someone For Harassment

Columbus, Ohio routinely enforces criminal and traffic offenses like driving under the influence, drug crimes, and criminal harassment.…

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
11 December 2024
15 Minutes Read
How to Move for Dismissal for OVI in Ohio
DUI

How to Move for Dismissal for OVI in Ohio

If you are going to drive in Ohio, you should understand the laws when it comes to driving…

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
28 October 2024
4 Minutes Read
Columbus Ohio criminal defense attorney
Criminal Defense

Ohio Fraud Laws: Fraud Charges and Their Penalties in Ohio

Ohio law treats fraud as both a kind of theft and as a method for committing theft. Penalties…

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
12 September 2024
4 Minutes Read
Can Dismissed OVI Be Expunged in Ohio
DUI

Can Dismissed OVI Be Expunged in Ohio?

Understanding Ohio’s OVI Laws and Expungement Process Ohio is known for having strict enforcement of laws prohibiting driving/operating…

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
02 September 2024
4 Minutes Read
Obstruct Official Business
Criminal Defense

What Can Happen If You Obstruct Official Business

What is obstructing official business? In Ohio, obstructing official business has serious consequences.  Obstructing official business can include…

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
09 August 2024
5 Minutes Read
How to Get Traffic Camera Video in Ohio
Traffic

How to Get Traffic Camera Video in Ohio?

Drivers who have left the scene of a car accident in Ohio could face negative, lasting effects on…

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
25 July 2024
5 Minutes Read
Ohio Speeding Laws
Traffic

Ohio Speeding Laws: Speed Limits, Reckless Driving, Ticket Points and Penalties

By Colin Maher | Owner and Managing Member, The Maher Law Firm | Last reviewed for legal accuracy: September…

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
28 June 2024
14 Minutes Read
I Paid My Speeding Ticket Now What
Traffic

I Paid My Speeding Ticket Now What?

So, I’m going to pay or I already paid my speeding ticket. Now what? This is a big…

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
06 June 2024
5 Minutes Read
Prescription Drugs in Ohio
Drugs

Can You Get an OVI for Prescription Drugs in Ohio? What a Valid Prescription Does (and Doesn’t) Protect

By Colin Maher, Founding Attorney, The Maher Law Firm | Columbus, Ohio | Last reviewed October 15, 2026…

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
02 April 2024
14 Minutes Read
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