Traffic tickets can have a greater impact on your life than many people may imagine. Some people may accumulate numerous tickets throughout their driving years and think little of the consequences. On the other hand, you may want to avoid receiving a citation if at...
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School zone restrictions can teach a hard lesson
You won't travel many miles in the greater Cincinnati area before you pass a school campus. While some of those schools are private, nonchartered institutions, many are supported by Ohio taxpayers and fall under the governance of state laws for nearly every aspect of...
Seeing red after getting a ticket for running a stop sign?
Heading out on the road is likely a daily occurrence for you. Whether you have to commute to work, take the kids to school or run various errands, you typically find yourself behind the wheel of your vehicle at some point during the day. As a result, you likely also...
Point suspensions and driving school
People who hold Ohio driver's licenses should always be aware of the state's laws concerning points on a person's driving record. It can be easier than some people might think to amass points on a driver's license. Rolling stops at otherwise quiet intersections,...
Did you unjustly get a traffic ticket after hitting an object?
As a driver you may know that you have a duty to remain as safe behind the wheel as possible. You likely do your best to keep your focus on the road, get enough sleep before driving and never drink and drive. Of course, even your best driving behavior may not prevent...
Traffic tickets are no big deal. Right?
If you only get one minor traffic ticket every few years, you may be right. It isn't a big deal. However, if you are one of the unlucky drivers who feels as though every patrol car has a spotlight on your vehicle, those citations could add up to big trouble for you....
Points can lead to a license suspension
There are many consequences traffic tickets can have for drivers. For some violations, points are put onto a person’s license. What is the significance of getting such points? Well, for one, having too many points on your license can trigger a license suspension...
In Ohio, driving without a valid license is a serious offense
Your driver's license is more than just identification. It signifies that you understand the rules of the road, agree to submit to chemical tests when requested by a law enforcement officer and meet the other qualifications to receive an Ohio driver's license. If you...
How you handle a traffic stop could have an impact on its outcome
Facing accusations for driving under the influence can be exceedingly intimidating. Perhaps an officer recently made the decision to pull you over for something as simple as a burnt-out tail light. While this might not lead to a traffic ticket, it could give the...
Ohio Supreme Court rules traffic camera restrictions illegal
On July 26, the Ohio Supreme Court upheld Dayton's use of traffic camera enforcement. Additionally, the Court struck down restrictions on the use of the traffic camera enforcement, including the requirement of a police officer to be present when a traffic camera was...