OVI / DUI, drunk driving defense

DUI / OVI DEFENSE

Operating a vehicle under the influence is a serious criminal offense, which could potentially result in jail time, significant fines, loss of employment, suspension of your driver license, and a substantial increase in your automobile insurance premiums. As such, it is essential to be represented by an attorney who is experienced, respected, and familiar with the Court.

For over forty years, Tom Kelley has represented clients charged with DUI/OVI offenses and has appeared in courts throughout Northeastern Ohio, including Rocky River Municipal Court, Lakewood Municipal Court, Garfield Heights Municipal Court, Lorain Municipal Court, Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas, as well as various Mayor's Courts.

Our attorneys have the experience to identify weaknesses and/or mistakes in the State's case, which can lead to a dismissal or reduction of all charges. When presenting your defense, our attorneys will consider:

Whether the police had a valid, legal reason to stop you, and if not, whether any and all evidence should be suppressed?
Whether the police had sufficient probable cause to administer the field sobriety test and/or breathalyzer test?
Whether the breathalyzer was properly calibrated and/or functional?
Whether the police were in compliance with the required administrative procedures when conducting the arrest and chemical and/or blood alcohol test?
If you refused to submit to a chemical test resulting in an administrative license suspension (ALS), challenging and/or appealing your suspension at a BMV hearing.