Whether it’s your first appearance or you’re making a return visit, the process at the Franklin County traffic court is the same. And whether you’re there to admit to what you did or fight your traffic charges, knowing how things work prepares you to put…
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Restricted driving privileges after a DUI or another offense lets you travel for work or school, but they are still inconvenient. Aside from the limited times and reasons you can drive, what happens if you leave the area while your suspension is in effect? Are…
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Police officers need probable cause to pull you over for a traffic stop. If police stopped you without probable cause, an experienced attorney could seek dismissal for charges based on illegally obtained evidence. However, a recent ruling by the Ohio Supreme Court might change this…
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If you were arrested in Ohio for operating a vehicle under the influence, there should be body camera footage from the officer, but there are no guarantees. Getting access to this video may help your defense. But depending on its contents, it could also tell…
Read MoreLuftman, Heck & Associates represented a truck driver in Ironton Municipal Court when a traffic violation put his driving record and CDL in jeopardy. Luftman, Heck & Associates reviewed the facts of the case and negotiated to have the case dismissed at trial. This kept…
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The rules for legally searching a vehicle are different than if you were stopped on the street. Under the “automobile exception” established by the U.S. Supreme Court, only probable cause is required. Therefore, any property of the owner can be searched in good faith. However,…
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