A DUI conviction, also known as OVI (Operating a Vehicle Impaired) in Ohio, can have life-changing consequences. If you have been charged with an OVI in Grandview Heights or nearby areas, a skilled Grandview Heights DUI lawyer from Luftman, Heck & Associates (LHA) is ready to defend your case and help safeguard your future.
Understanding Grandview Heights and DUI Arrests
Grandview Heights, located in Franklin County, borders downtown Columbus and Ohio State University’s main campus. This urban area, with its significant student population, sees frequent OVI arrests, often involving OSU students and residents.
At Luftman, Heck & Associates, we have extensive experience representing individuals charged with an OVI in Grandview Heights, as evidenced by our Ohio DUI case successes.
Why Hire a Grandview Heights DUI Lawyer?
A DUI arrest can put your driving privileges, career, and personal life at risk. With the right defense team, you can minimize or even avoid the severe penalties of a DUI conviction, which may include:
- License suspension
- Community service
- Alcohol or drug treatment programs
- Jail time
- Fines
How Luftman, Heck & Associates Can Help
Our experienced Grandview Heights DUI lawyers can help you achieve:
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- Avoiding Jail Time: Through skilled negotiation and defense.
- Reducing or Ending License Suspension: We can examine legal errors that may terminate your suspension.
- Restoring Driving Privileges: Whether through license reinstatement or limited driving privileges.
- Avoiding an OVI Conviction: Pursuing reductions to lesser offenses like reckless operation.
We also specialize in handling marijuana- or drug-related DUI offenses, helping clients minimize or erase the impact of drug charges from their records.
What You Should Ask Your Grandview DUI Attorney
When you’ve been charged with a DUI, it’s important to ask your lawyer the following questions:
Do I have to attend at my arraignment?
For Grandview Heights DUI cases, arraignments are typically scheduled within five business days of an arrest. At Luftman, Heck & Associates, we can appear on your behalf, file a not-guilty plea, request police reports and footage, and address license suspension issues—all without requiring you to attend.
Can I keep my license or driving privileges?
Our first step is reviewing BMV Form 2255 for errors that may terminate your suspension. If errors aren’t present, we can seek a stay of your suspension, allowing you to retain full driving privileges while your case is pending.
Who will prosecute my case?
David Beck, the Grandview Heights prosecutor, handles DUI cases in Mayor’s Court. With over 40 years of experience, he typically prosecutes cases unless they are transferred to Franklin County Municipal Court, where additional defense options become available.
Is there a video of my traffic stop?
All of the Grandview Heights police cars are equipped with a cruiser video system, and you will be provided with a copy for your review. The DVD is often very helpful to us. If the police reports are exaggerated or if the field sobriety tests are improperly given to you, it will show on the DVD. All of our Columbus DUI attorneys are certified in the administration of the field sobriety tests, and we know the mistakes to look for.
What outcome can I expect with my Grandview Heights Mayor’s Court OVI case?
If procedural issues are identified, the prosecutor may reduce your OVI charge to a lesser offense, such as reckless operation. If no reduction is offered, we can apply pressure by transferring the case to Franklin County Municipal Court, where we can negotiate further or proceed with a suppression hearing or jury trial.
What to Expect After Your First DUI Arrest
If this is your first DUI offense in Grandview Heights, you may face:
- A 90-day Administrative License Suspension (ALS)
- Up to $1,000 in fines
- Potential jail time or community service
Our attorneys are experienced in helping first-time offenders reduce the impact of these penalties and work toward a more favorable resolution.
The Luftman, Heck & Associates Advantage
Facing a DUI charge in Grandview Heights can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. With decades of experience handling OVI/DUI cases in the Grandview Heights Mayor’s Court and across Ohio, we are well-equipped to:
- Negotiate reductions in charges
- Challenge improper evidence
- Protect your future
Contact an Experienced Grandview Heights DUI Lawyer Today
Don’t let a DUI charge derail your life. At Luftman, Heck & Associates, we are dedicated to defending your rights and achieving the best possible outcome for your case. Call us today at (614) 500-3836, or reach out online to schedule a free consultation.
