On behalf of Robert R. Hart, Jr., Attorney at Law | Jul 23, 2020 | drunk driving
Breathalyzer tests can underpin drunk driving charges which can create serious upheaval for accused drivers, including truck drivers. Truck drivers can face serious consequences associated with a drunk driving arrest and if they refuse a breathalyzer test. There are...
On behalf of Robert R. Hart, Jr., Attorney at Law | Jul 10, 2020 | drunk driving
An Ohio driver was arrested this past week after law enforcement initially pulled him over for suspected intoxicated driving. Police noted that during the traffic stop, the driver was extremely talkative. During his conversation with police, he also apparently...
On behalf of Robert R. Hart, Jr., Attorney at Law | Jul 2, 2020 | drunk driving
Ohio laws are clear on driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. Drivers convicted of drunk driving could face time behind bars, loss of driving privileges and other consequences that can have a significant impact on their lives. A growing issue in Ohio...
On behalf of Robert R. Hart, Jr., Attorney at Law | Jun 2, 2020 | drunk driving
When police suspect that an Ohio driver is under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they can initiate a traffic stop. The basis of a drunk driving traffic stop should be certain actions, such as swerving, that could give law enforcement reasonable suspicion that a...
On behalf of Robert R. Hart, Jr., Attorney at Law | May 15, 2020 | drunk driving
There are many laws that people in Ohio must follow while they are driving. Some may seem burdensome or unnecessary, but they are generally in place for safety purposes. Speed limits are in place to make sure people do not drive too fast for the area they are in....
On behalf of Robert R. Hart, Jr., Attorney at Law | Apr 21, 2020 | drunk driving
A Ohio common pleas judge recently faced a public reprimand after an incident involving intoxicated driving last year. She was publicly reprimanded by the Ohio Supreme Court after reviewing findings from an ethics board. During her arrest for drunk driving, she stated...
On behalf of Robert R. Hart, Jr., Attorney at Law | Feb 8, 2020 | drunk driving
Individuals convicted for a second drunken driving offense in Ohio may have to use restricted license plates on their vehicles. First introduced in 1967 and sometimes referred to as “party plates,” the highly visible yellow license plates with red...
On behalf of Robert R. Hart, Jr., Attorney at Law | Jan 16, 2020 | drunk driving
Ohio residents and visitors may not know they have the legal right to refuse a breathalyzer test. Knowing your rights can help you make an informed choice if the police stop you for operating a vehicle under the influence of intoxicants. If police stop you for an...
On behalf of Robert R. Hart, Jr., Attorney at Law | Dec 18, 2019 | drunk driving
With the holidays quickly approaching, you may be planning some fun festivities with your friends, colleagues or family members. If your celebrations include beer, wine or liquor, though, you must be careful not to operate a vehicle while impaired. Remember, Ohio law...
On behalf of Robert R. Hart, Jr., Attorney at Law | Oct 19, 2019 | drunk driving
Operating a commercial vehicle requires a CDL in Ohio. However, there are many ways you can lose that hard-earned commercial driver’s license. One of the main ways you can cause your license to be suspended is by driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The...
