The Traffic Stop

Probable Cause of a Traffic Violation or Reasonable Suspicion of OVI

Ohio Police Officers, Sheriff’s Deputies and State Highway Patrolmen must have probable cause or reasonable suspicion to conduct a traffic stop. In many Ohio DUI cases, probable cause for a traffic offense is established when the officer observes a traffic violation such as speeding, driving left of center, a turn signal violation, or driving with expired plates.  In the alternative, depending on the person’s manner of driving, an Ohio officer might obtain reasonable suspicion that a person is operating a vehicle under the influence if he sees an Ohio DUI driver weaving repeatedly, or driving erratically, but not necessarily reaching the point of committing a traffic violation. Under Ohio law, both situations would generally give the officer authority to conduct a traffic stop.

Common Mistakes in Ohio DUI/OVI Investigations

No Ohio DUI/OVI/drinking and driving arrest is perfect and the best Ohio DUI/OVI lawyers knows this. Most Ohio DUI/OVI investigations include a number of witnesses, including police officers and the personnel who collect, store and test chemical samples.  These witnesses are human and they make mistakes. Further, most Ohio DUI/OVI investigations include a breath testing device or other testing equipment that is not always maintained according to current Ohio DUI/OVI regulations.

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