Traffic Violations Defense Lawyers in Columbus, Ohio
Violation of Ohio traffic laws may result in serious consequences. Speeding, Drunk Driving - DWI, DUI, OMVI, Driving Without a License, ACDA (assured clear distance ahead), Reckless Operation, Vehicular Manslaughter, and Failure to Control a Vehicle are only a few instances.
With significant experience in Ohio traffic violation cases and a respected record of positive results for our clients, the criminal defense attorneys at Yavitch & Palmer stand ready to assist you in the legal arena.
In Ohio, traffic violation convictions can result in:
- Increased penalties for subsequent offenses
- Fines and increased insurance rates
- Jail or prison sentence
- Suspension of driver's license
- Vehicle confiscation
- Ignition lock device installation
- Alcohol abuse assessment and treatment
- Criminal record
- Job loss
- Community service and probation
While speeding and other minor traffic offenses may only result in fines, serious violations are also criminal offenses. Violations carrying the stiffest penalties arise from repeat offenses as well as accidents that lead to death, or drunk driving charges such as driving under the influence, also called DUI, and driving while intoxicated or DWI.
Attorneys who defend clients facing drunk driving charges must be prepared to deal with an ever-widening array of scientific procedures and tests that police officers administer to prove a defendant's guilt. At Yavitch & Palmer, our criminal defense lawyers are well versed in the scientific techniques involved in breath, blood, and urine testing for alcohol and drugs. We readily question the reliability, accuracy, and validity of these tests in court.
While there are few challenges allowed in Ohio due to an Ohio Supreme court ruling on Breathalyzer testing, the attorneys at Yavitch & Palmer are known for pushing the rule to the extreme. As our attorneys defend our clients, we find both judges and juries are particularly interested in our legal analysis and defense preparation of DUI and DWI cases. Our success with traffic defense cases has led other lawyers to frequently seek our advice on breath testing and DUI matters.
When you are facing traffic violations that involve criminal charges, such as DUI, DWI, OMVI or OVI, hit and run, vehicular manslaughter, driving under suspension or while your driver's license has been revoked, you will need a criminal attorney experienced in Ohio traffic offense cases.
When you have lost your freedom to drive, your job is in jeopardy, and you are facing traffic violation charges, call the criminal defense attorneys of Yavitch & Palmer at 614-224-6142 to arrange an appointment.
