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At Robert R. Hart, Jr., Attorney at Law, we have more than 30 years of experience working with people in Ohio who face traffic violations and criminal charges. We understand how frustrating traffic tickets, license suspensions and other types of violations can be.

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No matter where you live in Ohio — Cincinnati, Cleveland or elsewhere — we can handle your case. If you are from outside the state and were stopped while passing through, we can also help you take appropriate steps toward resolving your case.

Why don't traffic violators hire lawyers?

They often wrongly assume it’s cheaper to settle a fine or serve a probationary period than hire an attorney.

What to do if you are a traffic violation?

For those reasons, the best thing to do is to hire a traffic lawyer violation. He or she can contest the penalty, or explain your circumstances in a traffic court and get the judge to lower your penalty or even dismiss it entirely. Obviously, getting a lower fine is good for the wallet, but there is more to it.

What happens if you have points on your driving record?

The more points you have on your record, the higher the premiums you’ll pay for auto insurance. A lawyer can ensure the violation isn’t added to your driving record, thereby preventing you from higher insurance premiums. Beyond saving money, you’ll also save time.

Can you understand traffic laws?

You Don’t Understand Traffic Law. Sure, traffic laws aren’t the most complicated, but that doesn’t mean just about anyone can understand them. If you’ve violated a traffic law, now is not the time to start researching the specific law and the potential consequences. You’ll be too distraught to understand anything.

What is a traffic ticket lawyer?

In particular, a traffic ticket attorney specializes in laws related to driving; such lawyers defend traffic court cases varying from routine moving violations (such as running a traffic light) to more serious situations (such as driving under the influence ). Regardless of the violation circumstances, a seasoned lawyer works to reduce your traffic ...

What does an attorney do?

Attorneys specialize in particular areas of the law— meaning they are well-versed in legal language and can use that knowledge and experience to identify flaws in the case brought against you (or at least lessen your penalties ).

What can a seasoned lawyer do to reduce traffic ticket penalties?

Regardless of the violation circumstances, a seasoned lawyer works to reduce your traffic ticket penalties, negotiate alternative penalties, and/or dismiss the ticket altogether.

Can an officer appear in court?

The issuing officer doesn't appear in court. You agree to plea to another less serious non-moving violation. You comply with an unsupervised probationary period. Understand that even if your ticket gets dismissed, the court still might require you to pay some or all the fines .