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Winning Motions Vs. Trials
September 6, 2013 | Court Process
What does winning a motion on a DUI or OVI case in Dayton, Ohio mean? Not much maybe. When you win a motion to say exclude a breath test that is good. However, the prosecutor has the ability to appeal the trial court’s decision to the court of appeals. If the court of appeals disagrees… read more
Do You Need A Lawyer For A Fairborn DUI?
March 30, 2013 | General DUI Q & A
If you have a DUI or OVI charge in Fairborn you will want to hire a lawyer. A lawyer can help you with negotiating a reduction of the charge. If you are not eligible for a reduction a lawyer can fight the case. Sometimes fighting can reveal defects in the prosecutor’s case that can develop… read more
Kettering OVI Process
February 11, 2013 | Court Process
So you have been charged with an OVI or more commonly referred to as a DUI in Kettering, OH and want to know what will happen? The lawyers at our firm can help set your mind at ease. When you hire one of our Kettering, Ohio DUI attorney’s we will notify the court. Most times you will not… read more
What Happens When You Violate Probation For OVI?
January 28, 2013 | DUI Sentencing
The probation officer will decide whether he or she wants to violate you. They will likely call you to set up a time to meet. When you first meet with probation they will review the sentence with you. They will also have you sign a form showing that you have been put on notice of… read more
Arrested For DUI And Need To Drive?
January 18, 2013 | License Suspension
Do you want to know how to drive after your DUI or OVI arrest in Dayton, Ohio? You should hire a lawyer that will help you. The best thing to do is file a motion requesting driving privileges. The judge will likely grant this request on a first offense low-tier test without restrictions. The court… read more
Can You Appeal A DUI or OVI
January 11, 2013 | OVI Rights
When can a DUI or OVI be appealed in Dayton, Ohio? It depends. If the court throws out a breath test the prosecutor can appeal right away if they allege that their case has been damaged so much that they cannot go forward and the appeal if not being made to delay the proceedings. If… read more
Will I Go To Jail For A Dayton DUI Or OVI?
November 19, 2012 | DUI Sentencing
Every DUI or OVI in Ohio carries mandatory jail time. The misdemeanor range varies from 3-60 days minimum depending on test results and prior convictions. This means that the judge has to make you serve at least those minimum days in jail if convicted. In certain cases a Dayton DUI Attorney can convince the prosecutor and… read more
Best Intoxilyzer 8000 Defenses Part 4
October 27, 2012 | Breath Tests
The fourth way to defend against the new Intoxilyzer 8000 in Dayton, Ohio is time. The prosecutor is having difficulty bringing Ohio Department of Health (ODH) representatives to court. The reps are needed because the machines belong to the ODH. They also calibrate and maintain the machines. They are needed to testify about placing… read more
Best Intoxilyzer 8000 Defenses Part 3
September 21, 2012 | Breath Tests
The regulations are poorly written where they say an officer that was issued a “permit” to operate the old breath testing devices can only use those breath test devices that they have been issued a “permit” for. This is a problem because the new machine requires an “access card.” There is also another argument that… read more
Best Intoxilyzer 8000 Defenses Part 2
August 5, 2012 | Breath Tests
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) cannot prove in court that they maintain 3 years of records on the Intoxilyzer 8000 and 3 years of subject test results. The ODH manipulated the storage and public display of evidence on the website in ongoing criminal cases. They claim this was done to avoid confusion, but some… read more