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How Long Will My License Be Suspended After an OVI Conviction?
Traffic

How Long Will My License Be Suspended After an OVI Conviction?

Losing the ability to drive without restrictions is one of the harsher penalties for operating a vehicle while impaired (OVI)...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
15 March 2016
5 Minutes Read
Current DUI Penalties and Fines in Ohio
DUI

Current DUI Penalties and Fines in Ohio

A full breakdown of the penalties people can face in Ohio for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
10 March 2016
5 Minutes Read
Habitual DUI Offenders: How a DUI Offense Attorney Can Help
DUI

Habitual DUI Offenders: How a DUI Offense Attorney Can Help

As you might guess, subsequent DUI offenses can incur steeper fines and penalties, and can quite possibly decrease any leniency...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
28 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
How to Fight a Disorderly Conduct Charge
Criminal Defense

How to Fight a Disorderly Conduct Charge

“Disorderly conduct” is a catch-all misdemeanor charge, with fairly broad and vague definitions. The overarching principle of the law is...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
26 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
What are the Differences Between Reckless Operation and Physical Control?
Traffic

What are the Differences Between Reckless Operation and Physical Control?

Reckless driving or reckless operation is a fairly common traffic offense on Ohio roadways.  The reason it is a common...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
25 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
Human Error During Field Sobriety Tests
Traffic

Human Error During Field Sobriety Tests

All three of the standard field sobriety tests an officer in Ohio will administer are subject to human interpretation, and...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
23 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
Ohio OVI/DUI First Offenses
DUI

Ohio OVI/DUI First Offenses

Don’t make the mistake of thinking that just because this is your first offense for Driving Under the Influence (DUI)...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
17 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
Should You Refuse a Breathalyzer if You Carry a CDL?
DUI

Should You Refuse a Breathalyzer if You Carry a CDL?

While you have the right to refuse to submit to a breathalyzer test, refusing to submit to a chemical test...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
17 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
Consequences for Boating While Intoxicated in Ohio
DUI

Consequences for Boating While Intoxicated in Ohio

In the United States, alcohol use is the number one contributing factor in boating deaths according to the United States...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
17 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
Tips on Preparing For A Trial
Criminal Defense

Tips on Preparing For A Trial

Your attorney will help you prepare for trial, but there are some preparations that defendants can make that can mean...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
15 February 2016
5 Minutes Read

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