RECENT DUI CASE RESULTS
Our past results cannot be and should not be relied upon for purposes of determining whether or not you have a good case, whether or not you may get convicted, or whether or not you may go to jail. Even the most experienced DUI defense attorneys and criminal defense attorneys cannot forecast with certainty what will happen to you.
There are plenty of cases every single year that no matter how hard we work or how much a client spends in legal fees, a conviction is imminent. However, we help the majority of our clients the majority of the time.
All cases are personally handled by Attorney Brad Koffel, Attorney Tod Brininger, and Attorney Steve Fox. Franklin County cases are handled primarily by Attorneys Steve Fox and Tod Brininger. Delaware County cases are handled primarily by Attorney Brad Koffel. Attorney Tod Brininger handles most of the Greater Central Ohio counties in which we practice.
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5-8-08: Capital University Student + Active Military Avoids 3rd Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI – Pleas to Non-Moving Violation -- our client, a 27 year old student at Capital University and active reserve in the military, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving outside marked lanes. This was the 3rd Ohio OVI charge for our client. He was facing a mandatory minimum 60 days jail. Our client was concerned about the significant amount of jail associated with a 3rd Ohio OVI conviction, as well as his standing in the Marines. He performed well on the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 5 months of representation, our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. He will not serve any days in jail. He will drive with school + occupational privileges for one year. He will be on probation for 1 year, and he will continue alcohol counseling. He will pay a $300 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger.)
5-8-08: Business Manager Pleas to Reckless Operation -- our client, a 43 year old store manager, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving an unsafe vehicle. Our client, originally from Korea, is working in the United States on a visa and was concerned that an Ohio OVI would jeopardize his standing in the US. After allegedly failing the field sobriety tests, our client refused to submit to a breath test. After 6 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program, drive with occupational driving privileges for one year, and pay a $300 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox.)
5-8-08: Sales Account Executive Pleas to Reckless Op, No License Suspension (.14% Test) -- our client, a 33 year old government account executive, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. Due to HR policy, our client’s job would be terminated if he suffered an Ohio OVI conviction. Our client allegedly failed the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .14%, nearly twice the legal limit. Several evidentiary issues arose with our client’s breath test, and to avoid going to trial on the case, the prosecution entered into plea negotiations with Attorney Brad Koffel. After 5 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. His mandatory license suspension was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program, and he will be on probation for 2 years. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel.)
5-7-08: Sales Rep Avoids Mandatory 20 Days Jail on 2nd Offense High Test (.183% Test) -- our client, a 33 year old sales representative, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for swerving and speeding. This was the 2nd Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI charge for our client. He was facing a mandatory minimum 20 days jail. As a sales representative, our client was very concerned about driving with the mandatory restricted yellow plates. Our client performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .183% -- a high-tiered test. After 6 months of representation, our client a pled to a stipulated 1st offense. In lieu of serving 20 consecutive days jail, he will serve 2 weekends in jail. He will not drive with yellow plates, and he now drives unrestricted. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and be on probation for 1 year. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox.)
5-7-08: CPA Pleas to Reckless Operation -- our client, a 32 year old CPA, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving left of center. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would jeopardize his promotion opportunities within his company. After allegedly failing the field sobriety tests, our client refused to submit to a breath test. In order to avoid going to trial, the State offered our client a favorable plea resolution. After 8 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. His mandatory 1 year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated for a 6 month license suspension with occupational driving privileges. Our client will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and be on non-reporting probation for 2 years. He will pay a $150 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox.)
5-6-08: Budget Analyst Avoids Jail + Yellow Plates (.203% Test) -- our client, a 25 year old budget analyst, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving on 2 flat tires. Our client was concerned about spending any time in jail and driving with restricted yellow plates. She performed average on the field sobriety tests. Her breath test result was .203% -- a high-tiered test, carrying a mandatory 6 days jail and yellow plates. After 3 months of representation, Attorney Steve Fox entered into plea negotiations with the Prosecution. Our client’s high-breath test was dismissed. In lieu of the mandatory minimum 6 days jail our client will attend a 3-day alcohol education program. She will drive with very broad occupational driving for 6 months, and she will not be required to drive with yellow plates. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox.)
5-5-08: 4th Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI Charge Stipulated as a 1st Offense – No Jail -- our client, a 55 year old building manager, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. This is the 4th charge of Ohio OVI for our client. He has 2 prior OVI convictions, and in 2007 his 3rd Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI charge was amended to reckless operation. At the time of our client’s most recent stop he was on probation, with 57 days of outstanding jail time that could be ordered, in addition to the mandatory minimum 6 days jail on the new charge. Our client performed poorly on the field sobriety tests and he made admissions to drinking. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 5 months of representation, our client’s Ohio OVI charge was stipulated as a 1st offense – eliminating the mandatory jail time. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program, pay a $250 fine, and be on probation for 2 years. On our client’s probation violation case he will only serve 3 days jail – one weekend – in lieu of serving the 57 consecutive days jail. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel.)
5-1-08: Chef Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI, Pleas to Reckless Op -- our client, a 28 year old chef, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for, and charged with, reckless operation. Our client allegedly failed the field sobriety tests, and he refused to submit a breath test. After running into significant evidentiary issues, the State offered a dismissal of the Ohio OVI for a plea to the underlying charge. After 3 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. He will complete a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $150 fine. He will be on non-reporting probation for 2 years. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
5-1-08: Truck Driver’s 2nd Charge of Ohio OVI + Driving Under Suspension – Conviction Avoided -- our client, a 23 year old truck driver, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving outside of marked lanes. Our client had a prior Ohio OVI amended to a non-moving violation 2 years prior. An Ohio OVI conviction would result in the termination of our client’s CDL, putting his employment status in jeopardy. After allegedly failing the standard field sobriety tests, our client refused to submit to a breath test. While his Ohio OVI case was pending, our client was charged with driving under suspension. After 5 months of representation, Attorney Tod Brininger entered into plea negotiations with the State on both cases. Our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. He will avoid the Ohio OVI conviction. He will pay a $300 fine. He will drive with occupational driving privileges and ignition interlock for 8 months. Our client was also able to avoid a driving under suspension charge, which carries a mandatory driver’s rights suspension. He pled to driving without a valid license, a minor misdemeanor. He will pay a $100 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
5-1-08: Hotel Manager Pleas to Reckless Operation -- our client, a food and beverage manager for a prominent hotel chain, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving the wrong way on a one-way street and almost striking a police cruiser. Our client performed average on the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 5 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program, pay a $150 fine, and be on non-reporting probation for 2 years. His mandatory 1 year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorneys Tod Brininger and Steve Fox).
4-30-08: Sales + Marketing Exec Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI -- our client, a 35 year old sales and marketing executive and youth soccer coach, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would put his job in jeopardy. Our client performs poorly on the field sobriety tests, refused to submit to a breath test, and made admissions to drinking. After 2 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $150 fine. He will be on probation for 1 year. His mandatory 1 year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
4-30-08: Banker’s High-Test Dismissed, Avoids Jail + Yellow Plates (.2% Test) -- our client, a 30 year old financial banker, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after getting his car stuck on a parking block. Our client was very concerned about the prospect of serving jail time and driving with restricted yellow plates. Our client failed the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .200%, a high-tiered test, which carries a mandatory minimum 6-day jail sentence and restricted yellow plates. After 6 months of representation, the State dismissed our client’s high-breath test. In lieu of serving 6 days jail, our client will attend a 3-day alcohol education program. He will also complete 72 hours of community service at locations of his choice. He will not drive with yellow plates; he now drives unrestricted. He will be on probation for 1 year and will pay a $300 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
4-28-08: Sales Manager Pleas to Reckless Op, License Suspension Terminated -- our client, a 33 year old sales manager, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. As a sales manager, our client’s job was in jeopardy if she suffered an Ohio OVI conviction, due to company policy. She performed well on the field sobriety tests. Her breath test result was .088%. Significant compliance issues arose concerning our client’s breath test, and after 5 months of representation she pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. She will complete an alcohol assessment in lieu of attending a 3-day alcohol education program. Her license suspension was terminated, and she now drives unrestricted. She will pay a $100 fine. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel).
4-28-08: Systems Analyst Pleas to Non-Moving, No Points Violation -- our client, a 33 year old systems analyst, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after striking a telephone pole. Our client was not offered the standard field sobriety tests due to the hazardous weather conditions. His breath test result was .101%. After 2 months of representation, Attorney Brad Koffel entered into plea negotiations with the prosecution. Our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $300 fine. He will drive with occupational driving privileges for one month. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel).
4-24-08: OHIO ATTORNEY'S DUI CHARGE DISMISSED -- Columbus Ohio Lawyer’s Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI dismissed by prosecution -- our client, a 41 year old attorney, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. He refused the field sobriety tests, and he refused to submit to the standard field sobriety tests. After 3 months of representation, our client’s Ohio OVI was dismissed. He pled to speeding and paid a $35 fine. His mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel).
4-24-08: OHIO DUI DROPPED TO RECKLESS OP -- Senior Financial Analyst Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI – Pleas to Reckless Op -- our client, a 29 year old senior financial analyst, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving through a red light. Our client would not be eligible for any promotions within her company with an Ohio OVI conviction. She performed average on the field sobriety tests. She refused to submit to a breath test. After 4 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. She will be on non-reporting probation for 2 years and pay a $300 fine. In lieu of attending the 3-day alcohol education program, she will complete and alcohol assessment. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
4-24-08: OHIO DUI CHARGES AMENDED -- Telecommunications Advisor Pleas to Reckless Op -- our client, a 35 year old telecommunications advisor, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving recklessly. Due to strict HR policies, our client needed to avoid an Ohio OVI conviction to maintain a position at his current company. He performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. During the arraignment stage of our client’s case, his mandatory one-year license suspension was terminated. After 6 months of representation, he pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. In lieu of attending a 3-day alcohol education program, our client will complete an alcohol assessment. He will be on non-reporting probation for 1 year and pay a $250 fine. He drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger and Attorney Steve Fox).
4-24-08: OHIO DUI CASE DISMISSED BY PROSECUTOR - Bartender’s Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI dismissed after breath test challenged -- our client, a 21 year old bartender, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving outside of marked lanes. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI conviction at such a young age would hinder his employment opportunities in the future. After allegedly failing the field sobriety tests, our client submitted to a breath test, testing .111%. Attorney Tod Brininger held a hearing regarding the validity of our client’s breath test, and the breath test was dismissed. After 6 months of representation, the State dismissed our client’s Ohio OVI to avoid going to trial. Our client pled to marked lanes and paid a $150 fine. His license suspension was terminated. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
4-22-08: OHIO DUI AMENDED TO NON-MOVING VIOLATION -- Independent IT Consultant Pleas to Non-Moving Violation -- our client, a 33 year old independent IT consultant, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving left of center. Our client was very concerned about losing his job with an Ohio OVI conviction. He performed average on the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 3 months of representation, Attorney Steve Fox entered into plea negotiations with the State. Our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. His mandatory one-year license suspension was terminated for a 9 month suspension, with occupational driving privileges. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and be on probation for 1 year. He will pay a $150 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
4-18-08: MANDATORY 20 DAY JAIL SENTENCE AVOIDED -- Technical Clerk Avoids Mandatory Min. 20 Days Jail on 2nd Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI (.192% Test) -- our client, a 38 year old technical clerk, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving outside of marked lanes. This was the second charge of Ohio OVI for our client. She was facing a mandatory minimum 20 day jail and restricted yellow plates. Our client was not able to perform the field sobriety tests. Her breath test result was .192%, a high-tiered test, which carries mandatory jail and yellow plates. Evidentiary issues arose in this case, and after 4 months of representation the State dismissed our client’s high-breath test result + stipulated this was a first offense. In lieu of the mandatory minimum 20 days jail, she will attend a 3-day alcohol education program. She will drive with occupational driving privileges for 6 months. She will not be required to drive with an ignition-interlock device or yellow plates. She will pay a $350 fine. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel).
4-17-08: MANDATORY 20 DAY JAIL SENTENCE AVOIDED - Graphic Designer Pleas to Reckless Op – 3rd Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI Charge -- our client, a 41 year old graphic designer, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being cited for failing to control and causing an injury accident. This was the third charge of Ohio OVI for our client. He was facing a mandatory minimum 20 days jail. Our client was transported to the hospital from the scene of the accident and did not perform the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 4 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation. He will pay a $100 fine and drive with restricted privileges for work and child care for one year. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
4-16-08: OHIO DUI / OHIO OVI .093% BREATH TEST DROPPED TO NON-MOVING VIOLATION -- 22 Y. Old Logan Resident Pleas to Non-Moving, No Points Violation -- our client, a 22 year old Logan resident, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. Our client was in the process of seeking employment and was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would hinder this. She performed average on the field sobriety tests. Her breath test result was .093%. After 3 months of representation, our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. She will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $350 fine. She will drive with occupational driving privileges for one year. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
4-16-08: OHIO DUI / OHIO OVI DROPPED TO NON-MOVING VIOLATION -- Financial Sales Rep Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI -- our client, a 27 year old financial sales representative, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after driving through a red light. Our client’s chances of promotion within his company would be in jeopardy with an Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI conviction. After allegedly failing the field sobriety tests, our client refused to submit to a breath test. After 6 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $250 fine. He will drive with broad occupational driving privileges for 1 year. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
4-16-08: OHIO DUI / OHIO OVI REDUCED -- Mortgage Broker Pleas to Reckless Op Fine Only -- our client, a 29 year old mortgage broker, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. He refused both the standard field sobriety tests and the breath test. After only 2 months of representation, our client’s case was resolved favorably with a plea to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. His mandatory one year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox.)
4-15-08: .204% BREATH TEST DISMISSED -- Sales Rep Avoids Jail + Yellow Plates (.204% Test) -- our client, a 22 year old sales + customer service representative, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving without headlights and failing to signal. Our client failed the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .204%, a high-tiered test, carrying a mandatory minimum 6 days jail and restricted yellow plates. After 2 months of representation, Attorney Steve Fox entered into plea negotiations with the State. To avoid going to trial, the prosecution dismissed our client’s high-tiered breath test. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $200 fine. He will not serve any jail days, and he will avoid the restricted yellow plates. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
4-15-08: OHIO DUI / OHIO OVI REDUCED -- Recent OSU Grad Pleads to Reckless Op -- our client, a 22 year old salesperson + recent OSU graduate, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after failing to stop at a stop sign. He was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would prevent him from securing jobs in the future. Our client performed well on the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 4 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. He will pay a $400 fine, attend a 3-day alcohol education program, and be on non-reporting probation for 2 years. He will drive with broad occupational driving privileges for one year. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel).
4-15-08: OHIO DUI / OHIO OVI WITH .114% BREATH TEST DROPPED TO NON-MOVING VIOLATION - 18 Year Old Bowling Green Student Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI -- our client, an 18 year old Bowling Green student, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI + open container after being stopped for speeding and driving outside of marked lanes. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would present significant difficulties in finding employment after graduation. He failed the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .114%. After 6 months of representation our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $200 fine. He will be on probation until he turns 21. He now drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
4-14-08: OHIO DUI CASE DISMISSED -- Engineer’s Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI + Child Endangering Dismissed -- our client, a 41 year old wireless technology engineer, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI + Child Endangering after being stopped for driving without headlights. Our client was concerned that his job was in jeopardy with an Ohio OVI conviction. This was the second Ohio OVI charge for our client. He was facing a mandatory minimum 6 days jail and restricted yellow license plates. He performed average on the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. Significant evidentiary issues + inconsistencies arose in this case, and after 3 months of representation our client’s Ohio OVI + Child Endangering charges were dismissed as the prosecution could not proceed to trial. He will not serve any days jail, and he will not be required to drive with restricted plates. He will pay a fine only for driving without headlights. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
4-11-08: Credit Manager Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI Conviction on 2nd OVI Charge -- our client, a 49 year old credit manager, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. This was the second charge of Ohio OVI for our client. An Ohio OVI conviction would put his job in jeopardy. After he allegedly failed the field sobriety tests, he refused to submit to a breath test. After 5 months of representation, our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. In lieu of the 3-day alcohol education program, he will complete an alcohol assessment. He will drive with broad occupational driving privileges for one year and pay an $800 fine. He will be on non-reporting probation. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
4-10-08: Sales Supervisor Pleas to Reckless Operation -- our client, a 26 year old sales supervisor, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. Our client’s job was in jeopardy if he suffered an Ohio OVI conviction due to specific driving responsibilities he had. He performed average on the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .148%, and he made admissions to drinking. The Prosecution had significant issues producing evidence for this case, and after 4 months of representation made our client a favorable plea bargain to avoid going to trial. Our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program, pay a $400 fine, and be on probation for 2 years. He now drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel).
4-10-08: Accounting Technician’s High-Breath Test + Hit-Skip Dismissed (.282% Test) -- our client, a 42 year old accounting technician, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI and Hit-Skip after hitting a stop sign on her morning commute to work and continuing to drive recklessly. Our client was concerned about serving any days in jail, and she was concerned about being required to drive with yellow license plates. She failed the field sobriety tests, and her breath test was .282% -- almost 3 ½ times the legal limit. This was a high-tiered test and came with mandatory minimum 6 days jail and restricted yellow plates. After 4 months of representation, our client’s high-breath test was dismissed, as well as the charge of Hit-Skip. She will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay $350 fine. She will avoid jail and yellow plates. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox.)
4-10-08: Groveport Resident Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI; Pleas to Non-Alcohol Related Offense -- our client, a 24 year old Groveport resident, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving with expired tags. This was the 1st OVI charge for our client, however, he had 3 prior felonies and was on felony probation at the time of the stop. He was facing a significant jail sentence if convicted of any alcohol offense as it would be a violation of his felony probation. After allegedly failing the field sobriety tests, our client refused to submit to a breath test. Attorney Tod Brininger entered into plea negotiations with the Prosecution, and after 6 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. His mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing the breath test was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program, be on probation for 2 years and pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
4-10-08: Columbus Advertiser Pleas to Reckless Op -- our client, a 39 year old Columbus resident, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being involved in a single car accident. This was the 2nd Ohio OVI charge for our client. He was facing a mandatory minimum 10 days jail. He was concerned that serving any jail time would jeopardize his job, as he cannot miss any days of work. After 5 months of representation, significant evidentiary issues arose and our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. In lieu of attending a 3-day alcohol education course, our client completed an alcohol assessment. He will be on non-reporting probation for 1 year and pay a $300 fine. He now drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox.)
4-9-08: OSU Student Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI Conviction -- our client, a 20 year old OSU student, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving erratically. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would limit her employment opportunities after she graduated. She performed well on the field sobriety tests. Her breath test result was .142%. After 7 months of representation, our client pled to a non-DUI, non-moving, no points violation. She will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $200 fine. She will drive with occupational driving privileges for one year. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
4-9-08: Network Engineer Avoids 2nd Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI Charge; Crim. Trespass + Failure to Comply Dismissed -- our client, a 32 year old network engineer, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after a criminal trespassing incident at a downtown bar. Our client was also cited for failing to comply. This was his 2nd charge of Ohio OVI. He did not perform the field sobriety tests, and he refused to submit to a breath test. Our client was very concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would jeopardize his job since he drives to clients’ sites daily. He was facing a mandatory minimum 20 days jail and restricted yellow plates. Significant legal + evidentiary issues arose with this case, and to avoid going to trial, the State offered our client a favorable plea bargain. After 4 months of representation, he pled to a non-moving, no points violation. The criminal trespassing and failure to comply charges were dropped. Our client will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and serve only one weekend in jail. His mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. He will not be on probation, and he will pay a $500 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox.)
4-8-08: 21 Year Old Avoids Mandatory 60 Days Jail on 3rd Offense -- our client, a 21 year old Columbus State student, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after failing to yield. This was the 3rd Ohio OVI charge for our 21 year old client. She was facing a mandatory minimum 60 days jail + vehicle forfeiture. She refused the standard field sobriety tests, as well as a breath test. Attorney Steve Fox entered into negotiations with the Prosecutor, and after 5 months of representation, our client pled to Ohio OVI, stipulated as a first offense. She will avoid the mandatory minimum 60 consecutive days jail. Her vehicle will not be subject to forfeiture. In lieu of serving 60 consecutive days jail, our client will only serve 3 weekends in jail – broken up into one weekend per month. As part of the plea negotiations, and due to our client’s young age + repeated offenses, she will be on SCRAM for 90 days, in lieu of the significant jail time. She will drive with an interlock device for one year, be on probation for 2 years and pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
4-8-08: 2nd Offense Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI + Hit/Skip on Police Cruiser Avoids Mandatory Min. 20 Days Jail + Yellow Plates -- our client, a 26 year old self-employed contractor, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after striking a police cruiser. Our client was also charged with Hit-Skip resulting from this incident. This was the second charge of Ohio OVI for our client. Given the circumstances, our client was concerned about serving a significant number of days in jail and the consequences this would have for his employment. He was facing a mandatory minimum 20 days jail. Our client performed well on the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .189% -- a high-tiered test. Attorney Tod Brininger entered into plea negotiations with the State, and after 4 months of representation our client pled to a stipulated first offense Ohio OVI. His charge of Hit-Skip will be dismissed. He will serve only 3 of the mandatory 20 days jail. He will not be required to drive with the restricted yellow plates, as required on a high-test. He will be on non-reporting probation for 2 years and pay a $300 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger and Attorney Steve Fox.)
4-8-08: Fashion Merchandiser Pleas to MM Reckless Op + Fine Only -- our client, a 22 year old fashion merchandiser, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving erratically and outside of marked lanes. Our client performed average on the field sobriety tests. Her breath test result was .143%. The State has significant issues presenting all evidence, and after 6 months of representation, our client pled to a minor misdemeanor reckless operation – a non-alcohol related offense. Her license suspension was terminated, and she now drives unrestricted. She will not be required to be on probation. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
4-7-08: Hydrologist Pleas to Non-Moving Violation -- our client, a 29 year old hydrologist, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving outside of marked lanes. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI would put her job in jeopardy since she drives a company vehicle. After allegedly failing the field sobriety tests, she refused to submit to a breath test. Significant evidentiary issues arose in her, and we entered into plea negotiations with the State. After 5 months of representation our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. She will attend a 3-day alcohol education class and be on non-reporting probation for 1 year. She will pay a $150 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
4-7-08: Bartender Avoids Ohio OVI – Pleas to MM Lanes Violation -- our client, a 25 year old bartender and nursing student, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for a marked lanes violation. Our client had a reckless operation conviction reduced from an Ohio OVI one year prior. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would hinder his chances of getting into nursing school. He was facing a minimum 90 days jail, since he was still on probation from his previous case. He performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 8 months of representation, our client pled to a minor misdemeanor charge of driving within lanes. He will avoid the Ohio OVI conviction; he will not serve any days in jail. His mandatory one year license suspension was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. He will pay a $75 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
4-2-08: 4th Offense Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI Pleas to Reckless Op + No Jail -- our client, a 48 year old self-employed Columbus resident, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for making a U-turn. This was the 4th Ohio OVI charge for our client. With a 4th Ohio OVI conviction he was facing a minimum jail sentence of 3-4 months. After several court dates, the State offered our client a plea bargain with 30 days jail on a guilty plea to the Ohio OVI. We rejected this offer, and at the last hearing date, Attorney Steve Fox and Brad Koffel argued that there were no reasonable grounds to stop our client initially. To avoid having to go to trial, the State offered our client a favorable plea bargain. After 4 months of representation, he pled to Reckless Operation, a minor misdemeanor and a non-alcohol related offense. He will have a one-year license suspension and pay a $150 fine. He will serve no jail time. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox and Brad Koffel).
4-1-08: Sales Representative Avoids 2nd Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI Conviction – Pleas to Reckless Op-- our client, a 36 year old sale representative, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. This was the 2nd charged of Ohio OVI for our client. He was facing a minimum of 6 days jail. Our client was concerned that a 2nd Ohio OVI conviction would put his job in jeopardy. He performed well on the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 3 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. His one-year license suspension for refusing the breath test was terminated for a 6 month license suspension with broad occupational driving privileges. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $150 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
3-18-08: Dennison University Senior’s High-Test Dismissed (.186% Test) -- our client, a 21 year old Dennison University senior, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for passing illegally. After allegedly failing the field sobriety tests, our client gave a breath sample -- .186%, a high-tiered test. With a high-test, our client was facing a mandatory minimum 6 days jail and restricted yellow plates. After 3 months of representation, our client’s high-test was dismissed. He will complete a 3-day alcohol program, and he will not serve any days in jail. He will drive with occupational driving privileges for one year and pay a $325 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
3-17-08: CDL Truck Driver Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI to Keep Job -- our client, a 27 year old truck driver, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for a red light violation. Our client holds a CDL and would lose his job with an Ohio OVI conviction. He performed average on the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .116%. After discovering significant evidentiary issues, especially concerning his breath test, Attorney Tod Brininger forced the State to hold a hearing regarding our client’s charge. Immediately after the hearing, the State did not offer any plea negotiations. After a 1 ½ years of representation, the State presented our client with a favorable offer to avoid taking the case to trial. Our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and be on non-reporting probation for 1 year. He will pay a $300 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger and Attorney Steve Fox).
3-17-08: Superintendent Pleas to Reckless Op -- our client, a 26 year old superintendent for a construction company, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after driving into a cornfield. This was the 3rd OVI charge for our client, one of which was still pending out-of-state. He was very concerned that his job would be in jeopardy with an Ohio OVI conviction. Our client did not perform the standard field sobriety tests. He refused a breath test. After 4 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation. This is a non-alcohol related offense. He will complete a 3-day alcohol education program and be on non-reporting probation for 1 year. He will pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
3-17-08: Stay-At-Home Dad Avoids Mandatory Min. 20 Days Jail on 2nd Ohio OVI Offense -- our client, a 32 year old stay at home dad, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding in excess of 100 mph. This was the 2nd Ohio OVI charge for our client. He was facing a mandatory minimum 20 days jail and restricted yellow license plates. After 6 months of representation, Attorney Tod Brininger entered into plea negotiations with the State. Our client pled to Ohio OVI, stipulated as a first offense. He will avoid the mandatory jail time, and he will not drive with yellow plates. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $300 fine. No additional license suspension was imposed, and he now drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
3-13-08: Military Specialist Pleas to Reckless Op – Fine Only --our client, a 25 year old automatic logistical specialist for the military, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. Our client was very concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would jeopardize his rank and status in the military. He performed average on the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .094%. After 3 months of representation, significant evidentiary issues arose, including with the observation time required to substantiate a breath test. He pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. His license suspension was terminated, and he now drives unrestricted. He will pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
3-13-08: Dublin Bartender’s High-Test Dismissed – Avoids Yellow Plates & Jail (.185% Test) -- our client, a 31 year old bartender, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving outside of marked lanes. Our client performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. Her breath test result was .185% -- a high-tiered breath test. She also made multiple admissions to drinking. Our client was most concerned about being required to drive with restricted yellow plates and serving the mandatory 3 days in jail. After 4 months of representation, Attorney Tod Brininger discovered issues with our client’s breath test. The State dismissed our client’s high-test breath result. She will attend a 3-day alcohol education program. She will drive with occupational and childcare driving privileges for 6 months. She will pay a $250 fine. She will not drive with yellow plates, and she will not serve any days in jail. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
3-12-08: Stay-at-Home Mom Avoids Mandatory Jail and Yellow Plates -- our client, a 36 year old stay-at-home mom of 3, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for weaving out of her lane. She was very concerned about driving her children to and from school with yellow plates, as well as serving a jail sentence. Our client failed the field sobriety tests. Her breath test result was .206% -- a high-tiered test, which carries mandatory yellow license plates and 3 days jail. After 3 months of representation, significant issues were discovered with our client’s breath test, and her high-test result was dismissed. She will avoid the mandatory jail time, and she will not drive with yellow plates. She will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $300 fine. She will drive with privileges for child care obligations. She will be on non-reporting probation for 1-year. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
3-12-08: General Manager Avoids Mandatory 20 Days Jail -- our client, a 32 year old restaurant general manager, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving left of center. This was the second charge of Ohio OVI for our client. He was facing a mandatory minimum 20 days jail, with a 2nd offense refusal. He allegedly failed the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. Our client’s job was in jeopardy if he had to serve any jail time. After 3 months of representation, our client pled to Ohio OVI, stipulated as a first offense. With this reduction, our client will not serve any time in jail. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $250 fine. He will be on non-reporting probation for 1-year. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
3-11-08: Ashland University Student Pleas to Non-Moving Violation -- our client, a 22 year old Ashland University student, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving over the lane divider. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would hinder her job opportunities after college. She allegedly failed the field sobriety tests, and she refused to submit to a breath test. Attorney Steve Fox entered into plea negotiations with the State, and after 4 months of representation our client accepted the State’s favorable offer. She pled to a non-moving, no points violation. She will avoid the Ohio OVI conviction. She will complete a 3-day alcohol education program and complete 30 hours of community service. She will drive for 1-year with driving privileges for work and school. She will pay a $750 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
3-5-08: Powell Resident’s High-Test Dismissed; Avoids Jail and Yellow Plates (.181% Test) -- our client, a 60 year old driver, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being involved in a 2 car accident. Our client was cited for failing to maintain assured clear distance. Our client was concerned that he would lose his job if he had to do serve any jail time. He performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .181% -- a high-tiered breath test. With a high breath test our client was facing 10 days in jail and restricted yellow plates. After 3 months of representation, our client’s high-tiered breath was dismissed. He will not serve any days in jail, and he will not drive with yellow plates. He will complete a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $380 fine. He will drive with occupational driving privileges for 3 months. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel).
3-4-08: Dairy Farmer Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI Conviction -- our client, a 24 year old employed at his family’s dairy farm, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for a lanes violation. Our client performed well on the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 4 months of representation, our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. He will avoid an Ohio OVI conviction. He will drive with occupational driving privileges for one year. He will pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
3-4-08: Corrections Officer Pleas to Non-Moving Violation -- our client, a 36 year old corrections officer, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after he was found asleep at the wheel with the car in gear. Our client was also found with prescription drugs in his car and was charged with drug paraphernalia. Our client’s job was in jeopardy, as he would be terminated with an Ohio OVI conviction and/or a drug-related conviction. Our client allegedly failed the field sobriety tests. He attempted to submit to a breath test, but his sample twice registered invalid. After 4 months of representation, Attorney Brad Koffel entered into plea negotiations with the State. Our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation after the State had issues with producing enough evidence. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $300 fine. He will drive with occupational driving privileges for one-year. He will not be on probation. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel).
2-28-08: 19 Year Old Pleas to Minor Misdemeanor Lanes Violation + $100 Fine -- our client, a 19 year old server and student, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for weaving within his lane of travel. Our client was concerned about having an Ohio OVI conviction on his record at such a young age. Our client did very well on the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 5 months of representation, our client pled to a minor misdemeanor lanes violation. He will avoid an Ohio OVI conviction. His mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $100 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
2-26-08: Recent OSU Graduate’s High Breath Test Dismissed (.196% Test) – Avoids Jail and Yellow Plates -- our client, a 23 year old recent Ohio State graduate, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for several marked lane violations. Our client was job searching and was concerned about the having to do jail time and driving with restricted yellow license plates. Our client failed the field sobriety tests, and he made admissions to drinking. His breath test result was .196% -- a high-tiered breath test. After 4 months of representation, our client’s high-tiered breath test was dismissed after Attorney Tod Brininger found problems with his test. Our client will avoid the mandatory 6 days jail and restricted yellow plates. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $250 fine. He will drive for 6 months with broad occupational driving privileges. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
2-26-08: OSU Student Avoids Ohio OVI – Pleas to Non-Moving Violation -- our client, a 21 year old Ohio State student, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. Our client was concerned about the effects of an Ohio OVI on her status at OSU. Our client allegedly failed the field sobriety tests. Her breath test result was .150%. After 3 months of representation, the State had several issues regarding the availability of their officers and evidence. Attorney Steve Fox entered into plea negotiations, and our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. She will pay a $250 fine. She now drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
2-26-08: 20 Year Old Ohio University Student Pleas to Reckless Op – Fine Only -- our client, a 20 year old Ohio University student, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving recklessly. Our client was very concerned that an Ohio OVI on his record would make finding a job once he graduated college difficult. Our client performed average on the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .163%, more than twice the legal limit. After arguing that our client was subject to unreasonably prolonged detention on the night of his arrest, to avoid going to trial the State offered our client a plea bargain. After 4 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. Our client will pay a $200 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
2-25-08: Military Retiree Pleas to Reckless Op – License Suspension Terminated -- our client, a 34 year old military retiree, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving left of center. After being honorably discharged from the Army, our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would make finding employment difficult. Our client performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. He was marked as refusing the breath test after the machine began functioning improperly. After 6 months of representation, our client pled to a minor misdemeanor, reckless operation – a non-alcohol related offense. His mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. Our client completed an alcohol assessment, and he will pay a $150 fine. (Represent by Attorney Steve Fox).
2-21-08: General Contractor’s 6th Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI DISMISSED -- our client, a 42 year old general contractor, was charged with his 6th Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after he hit a car from behind. Our client was facing 1 to 5 years in prison for a 6th Ohio OVI in a 20 year look-back period – a felony. Our client allegedly failed the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After evidentiary issues arose with our client’s case, the State was forced to dismiss his Ohio OVI. After 3 months of representation, our client pled to ACDA, a minor traffic violation. He will pay a $180 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
2-21-08: Columbus Resident Pleas to Non-Moving Violation -- our client, a 42 year old Columbus resident, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for a lanes violation. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would put his job in jeopardy. Our client refused the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .120%. Our client’s mandatory 3-month license suspension was terminated at his first arraignment date. After 3 months of representation, our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. He will be on non-reporting probation for one year and pay a $150 fine. He drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
2-21-08: Columbus Attorney Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI -- our client, a 30 year old attorney, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for a marked lanes violation. Our client was worried about an Ohio OVI conviction on her record, due to her line of work. Our client performed average on the field sobriety tests. She refused to submit to a breath test. After 8 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation. She completed a 3-day alcohol education program. She will drive with occupational driving privileges and pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
2-19-08: Development Manager Pleas to Reckless Op -- our client, a 30 year old campus development manager, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for turning right on red illegally. Our client needed to avoid the Ohio OVI conviction due to her workplace policies. Our client performed average on the field sobriety tests. She refused to submit to a breath sample. After 5 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a minor misdemeanor – a non-alcohol related offense. Her mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated for a 6 month license suspension with occupational driving privileges. She will pay a $150 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
2-14-08: Columbus Health Department Employee Avoids Ohio OVI – Pleas to Reckless Op -- our client, a 24 year old Columbus Health Department employee, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after striking a utility pole. Our client was concerned that his job would be in jeopardy if there was an Ohio OVI conviction. He was also concerned about a possible suspension from his Master’s Program at Ohio State. Our client allegedly failed the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 7 months of representation, the State offered our client a favorable plea bargain. Our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. He will drive with broad occupational driving privileges for one year. He will be on non-reporting probation and pay a $150 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
2-12-08: Production Supervisor Pleas to Reckless Op after Striking ODOT Vehicle -- our client, a 37 year old production supervisor, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after striking an ODOT truck from behind. After allegedly failing the field sobriety tests, our client refused to submit to a breath test. The State had several issues producing the necessary evidence in our client’s case, and after 4 months of representation our client pled to reckless operation – a non-alcohol related offense. His mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated for a 6 month license suspension with broad occupational driving privileges. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $150 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
2-12-08: OSU Graduate Avoids Mandatory Min. 6 Days Jail and Yellow Plates (.252% Test) -- our client, a 23 year old recent OSU graduate, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. Our client performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .252% -- over 3 times the legal limit. This is a high-tiered breath test, which carries a mandatory 6 days jail and restricted yellow plates. After 5 months of representation, our client’s high-tiered breath test was dismissed. He will avoid the mandatory minimum 6 days in jail. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program. He will drive with occupational driving privileges for 1 year, and he will not be required to drive with restricted yellow plates. He will pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
2-8-08: Dentist Avoids Ohio OVI / Pleas to Reckless Op -- our client, a 37 year old dentist, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for failing to signal. Our client was very concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction, or any alcohol related offense, would put his medical license in jeopardy. Our client allegedly failed the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 2 months of representation our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. His mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated for a 6 month license suspension with occupational privileges. He will pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
NOT GUILTY VERDICT AFTER JURY TRIAL - our client, a 22 year old Dublin resident, was charged with Ohio DUI / Ohio OVI after leaving the Bogey Inn during the Memorial Tournament. He was stopped because he did not have his headlights on and almost ran over a police on bike patrol. Three (3) police officers testifed against him at trial. Our client did not testify. The officers testified they smelled a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage on his breath, that he had bloodshot and glassy eyes, that he admitted to drinking at the "Bogey Inn", that he was swaying, and that he had some difficulty walking back to the cruiser after being placed under arrest. After just 1 hour of deliberations, the jury returned a "Not Guilty" verdict in favor of our client. He did refuse a breath test and that license suspension was also terminated earlier in the case. He paid a $30 fine for not having his headlights on. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel).
2-4-08: Marketing Director Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI / Pleas to Reckless Op -- our client, a 46 year old marketing director, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. Our client was concerned that her job would be in jeopardy due her company’s policy on DUIs. Our client refused the field sobriety tests and the breath test. After 5 months of representation our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. Her mandatory one year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated for a 6 month license suspension with occupational driving privileges. She will be on non-reporting probation for 1 year. She will pay a $150 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
2-4-08: Hilliard Resident Pleas to MM Reckless Op, Fine Only -- our client, a 47 year old Hilliard resident, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving erratically. Our client failed the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .034%. After making admissions to consuming several perscription drugs our client refused a urine sample. After 4 months of representaion, our client pled to a minor misdemeanor reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. Our client’s mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing a urine test was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. He will pay a $50 fine only. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
2-4-08: 2nd Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI Pleas to Non-Moving Violation, Avoids Mandatory Min. 20 Days Jail -- our client, a 28 year old loan officer, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. This is the second Ohio OVI charge for our client. He was facing a mandatory minimum 20 days jail for a 2nd Ohio OVI with a refusal. He refused the field sobriety tests. He also refused to submit to a breath test. After 3 months of representation, our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. His mandatory one-year license suspension was terminated for a 6-month license suspension with broad occupational driving privileges. He will complete a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $200 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger and Attorney Steve Fox)
1-29-08: 73 Year Old Woman’s Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI DISMISSED – Underlying Charge Found NOT GUILTY -- our client, a 73 year old Columbus woman, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for slow speed. Our client was adamant that she had not had anything to drink that evening. Our client allegedly failed the field sobriety tests. She submitted to a urine sample. Her sample came back with only prescription medications in it – no alcohol. After review of the all the evidence and lengthy discussions with the State, Attorney Steve Fox threatened that we would take the case to trial if the Ohio OVI was not dismissed outright. After 3 months of negotiations and to avoid going to trial, our client’s Ohio OVI was dismissed on the condition that she pleads no contest to the underlying charge of slow speed. Our client was found not guilty of slow speed. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
1-29-08: Financial Advisor Pleas to Non-Moving Violation -- our client, a 28 year old financial advisor, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI would put his job in jeopardy due to conservative HR policies. After performing well on the field sobriety tests, our client refused to provide a breath sample. After 3 months of representation, our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. His mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing the breath test was terminated for a 6-month license suspension with occupational driving privileges. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $100 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox and Attorney Brad Koffel).
1-29-08: Guidance Counselor Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI -- our client, a 38 year old guidance counselor, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for a marked lanes violation. Our client expressed to us that her job was at risk if she had an Ohio OVI conviction on her record. Our client performed average on the field sobriety tests. Her breath test result was .096%. After 6 months of representation, our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. She will drive with broad occupational driving privileges for 3 months and be on non-reporting probation for 1 year. She will pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
1-24-08: Business Owner Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI – Pleas to Reckless Op -- our client, a 41 year old business owner, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for a lanes violation. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would put her business in jeopardy. Our client performed average on the field sobriety tests. She refused to submit to a breath test. After 7 months of representation evidentiary issues arose with the case and our client pled to reckless operation – a non-alcohol related offense. Her mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated for a 6-month license suspension with broad occupational driving privileges. She will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $200 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger and Attorney Steve Fox).
1-22-08: Bartender Avoids Ohio OVI / No License Suspension -- our client, a 27 year old bartender, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving outside marked lanes. Our client performed well on the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 5 months of representation the State offered our client a favorable plea bargain. He pled to a non-moving, no points violation. His mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated. No additional suspension was imposed, and he now drives unrestricted. He will be on non-reporting probation for 1 year. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
1-16-08: Wine Salesman Avoids Mandatory Minimum 20 Days Jail / No Yellow Plates -- our client, a 37 year old salesman, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after striking a car traveling in front of him. This was the second charge of Ohio OVI for our client. Our client was concerned that this charge would put his job in jeopardy due to the possibility of a lengthy license suspension, restricted yellow plates, and jail time. As the 2nd charge, our client was facing a mandatory minimum 20 days jail. Our client allegedly failed the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 3 months of representation, our client’s case was resolved favorably. He will not serve the mandatory minimum 20 days jail. Instead, he will attend a 3-day alcohol education program. His mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing the breath test was terminated for a 6-month license suspension with occupational driving privileges. He will not be required to drive with restricted yellow plates. He will pay a $500 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
1-14-08: IT Manager Avoids Mandatory Jail and Yellow Plates (.193% Test) -- our client, a 38 year old IT manager, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving recklessly. Our client performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .193% -- a high-tiered test. Our client was concerned about the mandatory minimum 6 days jail and restricted yellow plates that are requirements for an Ohio OVI high-tiered test. After only 2 months of representation, Attorney Brad Koffel entered into plea negotiations with the State. Our client’s high-tiered breath test was dismissed. He will avoid the mandatory jail time and restricted yellow plates. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program. He will drive with broad occupational driving privileges for one year and pay a $350 fine. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel).
1-17-08: Breath Test Suppressed (.152%) – Client Avoids Mandatory 10 Day Jail Sentence & Yellow Plates—our client was charged with Ohio DUI / Ohio after wrecking a motorcycle in a local State Park and failing field sobriety tests. His first breath test was “invalid” and his second test was 72% over the Ohio’s DUI legal limit. The breath test was suppressed after we audited the Ohio State Patrol breath testing records and discovered OSP was failing to keep maintenance and repair records of its breath test machine accordance with Ohio breath testing regulations. After the test was suppressed, the prosecutor re-evaluated the case and offered a substantial reduction in sentencing. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel)
1-15-08: Doctor Pleas to Reckless Operation – Fine Only (.092% Test) -- our client, a 34 year old doctor, was charged with Ohio OVI /Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding. Our client was very concerned what effects an Ohio OVI conviction would have concerning his medical license. Our client performed well on the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .092%. After 4 months of representation, our client was offered a favorable plea bargain from the State after inconsistencies arose in the evidence. Our client pled to reckless operation – a non-alcohol related offense. He will pay a $250 fine and drive with occupational driving privileges for 90 days. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox and Attorney Tod Brininger).
1-15-08: Technical Recruiter Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI -- our client, a 40 year old technical recruiter, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for failing to signal and a marked lanes violation. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would jeopardize any promotion opportunities. This is our client’s second charge of OVI / DUI. After allegedly failing the field sobriety tests, our client refused to submit to a breath test. After 4 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation. Her mandatory one year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated for a 6-month license suspension with occupational driving privileges. She will complete a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
1-14-08: Financial Advisor Pleas to Reckless Op – Mandatory License Suspension Terminated -- our client, a 28 year old financial advisor, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for going through a red light and driving without headlights. Our client failed the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 2 months of representation our client pled to reckless operation. His mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing the breath test was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and be on non-reporting probation for one year. He will pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
1-14-08: Publishing Sales Rep Pleas to Reckless Op -- $175 Fine -- our client, a 28 year old publishing sales rep, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for a lanes violation. Our client’s job was in jeopardy since he drives a company car and is insured under company insurance. Our client performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. He refused to submit to a breath test. After 6 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation. His mandatory one-year license suspension was terminated. He now drives unrestricted. He will pay a $175 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
1-10-08: Business Development Manager Pleas to Non-Moving Violation (.153% Test) -- our client, a 42 year old business development manager, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after failing to signal. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would put his job in jeopardy since it requires extensive nationwide travel. Our client failed the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .153%. After 3 months of representation, our client pled to a non-moving violation. No points will be added to his license. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program. He will pay a $300 fine. His license suspension was terminated, and he now drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
1-10-08: 3rd Offense Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI Avoids Mandatory Min. 60 Days Jail (.194% Test) -- our client, a 28 year old collector, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after striking a utility pole and fleeing. This was our client’s 3rd Ohio OVI charge. He was facing a mandatory minimum 60 days jail and restricted yellow plates. Field sobriety tests were not performed. Our client’s breath test result was .194% -- a high-tiered test. After 4 months of representation, our client pled to Ohio OVI High Test, stipulated 1st offense. He will avoid the mandatory minimum 60 days jail. He will serve a weekend in jail and complete a 3-day alcohol education program. He will pay a $350 fine. He now drives unrestricted and will not be required to drive with restricted yellow plates. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
1-9-08: 3rd Offense Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI Pleas to Non-Moving Violation -- our client, an 82 year old restaurant owner, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for stopping past the stop bar at a red light. This was our client’s 3rd Ohio OVI charge. At the time of his stop he was on probation from his previous Ohio OVI conviction. Our client was facing a mandatory minimum 60 days in jail restricted yellow plates, and a lengthy license suspension on this charge. He was facing an additional 177 days on his prior OVI for violating his probation. Due to our client’s age he was not offered field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .094%. After 4 months of representation, our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. He will avoid the mandatory minimum 60 days jail. Instead, he will attend a 3-day alcohol education program. He will be on probation for 5 years and will pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
1-9-08: 2nd Offense Ohio OVI Avoids Mandatory Min. 10 Days Jail (.116% Test) -- our client, a 25 year old horse trainer, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for speeding and driving left of center. This is our client’s 2nd Ohio OVI charge. He was facing a mandatory minimum 10 days in jail and restricted yellow plates. Our client allegedly failed the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .116%. After 3 months of representation, our client pled to Ohio OVI, stipulated 1st offense. He will avoid the mandatory minimum 10 days jail, and he will not be required to drive with restricted yellow plates. He will be on probation for 2 years. He will pay a $450 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
1-8-08: Columbus Man Pleas to Non-Moving, No Points Violation (.091% Test) -- our client, a 49 year old postal service distributor, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for running a red light. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would hinder his ability to work due to the license suspension. Our client allegedly failed the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .091%. After 6 months of representation, evidentiary issues arose with the State’s case. Our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $150 fine. No license suspension was imposed; he now drives unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
1-8-08: Financial Advisor Pleas to Reckless Op -- our client, a 25 year old financial advisor, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after losing control of his vehicle. Due to the severity of the accident, our client was facing significant jail time, a 3-year license suspension, and restricted yellow plates. Our client did not perform field sobriety tests due to his single car accident. He refused a breath test. After 5 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation – a non-alcohol related offense. He will avoid the Ohio OVI and avoid jail. He will drive with occupational driving privileges for one year. He will pay a $150 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
1-4-08: General Manager Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI -- our client, a 32 year old general manager, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for a lanes violation and failing to signal. Our client performed well on the field sobriety tests. He refused the breath test. After one month of representation, our client pled to a non-moving violation. No points will be added to his license. His mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing the breath test was terminated for a 6-month license suspension with occupational driving privileges. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $200 fine. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel and Steve Fox).
1-3-08: Human Resource Associate Pleas to Reckless Op -- License Suspension Terminated -- our client, a 49 year old human resource associate, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for a stop sign violation. After allegedly failing the field sobriety tests, our client refused the breath test. After 5 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation, a non-alcohol related offense. She will complete an alcohol assessment and be on non-reporting probation for 2 years. Her mandatory one-year license suspension for refusing a breath test was terminated. She now drives unrestricted. She will pay a $250 fine. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger and Steve Fox).
12-14-07: Bartender Pleas to Non-Moving Violation – Fine Only -- our client, a 27 year old bartender, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for falling asleep at a red light. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI conviction would jeopardize his future employment opportunities. Our client performed well on the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .088%. After 2 months of representation our client pled to a non-moving, no points violation. He will pay a $150 fine only. He will not be on probation, and he will drive unrestricted. (Represented by Attorney Tod Brininger).
12-12-07: Personal Banker Pleas to Non-Moving Violation
-- our client, a 41 year old personal banker, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for a taillight violation. Our client was concerned that an Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI conviction would put his job in jeopardy. Our client refused the field sobriety tests. He also refused to submit to a breath test. After 1 month of representation, our client entered into a favorable plea bargain with the State. He pled to a non-moving, no points violation. He will drive with occupational driving privileges for 1-year and be on non-reporting probation. He will pay a $150 fine. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox).
11-16-07: NOT GUILTY VERDICT -- Client Acquitted on Ohio DUI Charges -- A Franklin County Jury found our client "Not Guilty" after a 3 day jury trial. An Ohio State Patrol trooper arrested our client after allegedly failing field sobriety tests. Our client refused a breath test. Our client was represented by Attorney Steve Fox.
11-16-07: Director’s High Test Dismissed / Avoids Mandatory Jail / No Yellow Plates -- -- our client, a 41 year old sports team director, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for driving recklessly. Our client performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. His breath test result was .190%, a high test. After 2 months of representation, our client’s high-test result was dismissed after issues arose with the validity of his breath test. He will avoid the mandatory 6 days in jail and yellow plates. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program, be on probation for 6 months and pay a $350 fine. (Represented by Attorney Brad Koffel.)
11-12-07: Grove City Mother Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI
-- our client, a 23 year old Grove City mother, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for a lanes violation. Our client was concerned that she would lose her job with an Ohio OVI conviction. After allegedly failing the field sobriety tests, our client refused to submit to a breath test. After 4 months of representation, our client entered into a plea bargain with the State. She pled to a non-moving, no points violation. She will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $250 fine. She will drive with drive with privileges for work and childcare. (Represented by Attorney Steve Fox and Brad Koffel.)11-8-07: Sales Rep Avoids Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI to Keep Job -- our client, a 54 year old sales rep, was charged with Ohio OVI / Ohio DUI after being stopped for making an illegal turn. Our client would lose his job with an Ohio OVI conviction. After allegedly failing the field sobriety tests, our client refused to submit to a breath test. After 4 months of representation, our client pled to reckless operation. He will avoid an Ohio DUI conviction and keep his job. He will attend a 3-day alcohol education program and pay a $150 fine. (Represented by Attorneys Brad Koffel & Tod Brininger).