Operating a Vehicle under the Influence (OVI) is a grave offense in Ohio. It endangers other drivers. If you’re convicted, you’ll face grim, long-term legal consequences. Like many states, Ohio imposes harsh penalties on drunk drivers. With everything we know about alcohol addiction and substance…
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If you are arrested and charged with a felony in Franklin County, Ohio, you will attend a preliminary hearing in a local municipal court. A preliminary hearing takes place before the actual trial, allowing you to learn more about your charges, the evidence against you,…
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In Ohio, you can be charged with a theft crime even if you were not the person who stole it. For example, receiving stolen property can result in severe penalties like incarceration, fines, and hassle. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize how serious receiving stolen property…
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As of April 2023, using your phone or other devices while driving in Ohio is illegal. The recently implemented distracted driving law aims to reduce accidents and fatalities caused by inattentive drivers. It increases penalties and allows officers to pull you over if they see…
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At Luftman, Heck & Associates, we’ve represented numerous clients who have been involved in fatal crashes and have seen first hand the toll such crashes can take on a person’s life. Our experienced Columbus DUI attorneys know that no one wants to be in a…
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The Columbus Police Department has a new tool to target drunk drivers in central Ohio—a vehicle called the DUI Interceptor. The van is outfitted with a mobile DUI breathalyzer unit. While the DUI Interceptor may address challenges police officers previously had with DUI traffic stops,…
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