DUI / OVI Defense
Experienced OVI Defense in Medina, Summit, and Wayne Counties
Ensure your rights are being protected during your DUI case.
If you are facing an OVI or DUI charge in Northeast Ohio, you need a defense attorney who understands the high stakes of your situation. A conviction can lead to a permanent criminal record, loss of driving privileges, and significant jail time. Attorney Daniel Gigiano’s team provides the aggressive, trial-tested representation necessary to protect your future.
Based in Wadsworth, Daniel F. Gigiano Co., L.P.A. serves clients throughout Medina, Summit, and Wayne Counties. With over 30 years of legal experience and more than 40 jury trials, Attorney Gigiano focuses on obtaining the best possible outcome for those accused of serious traffic and criminal offenses.
Strategic Defense for Traffic and Criminal Offenses
Our legal team handles a wide range of OVI and traffic-related matters in Medina and surrounding areas, including:
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DUI / OVI / OMVI Defense: Challenging the technical aspects of the prosecution’s case, such as breathalyzer accuracy and field sobriety test procedures.
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Felony OVI: Providing a rigorous defense for individuals facing high-level charges and severe penalties.
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Administrative License Suspensions (ALS): Working to restore your driving privileges so you can maintain your livelihood.
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Speeding and Traffic Violations: Seeking point reductions or dismissals to protect your driving record.
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Expungements and Judicial Releases: Helping eligible individuals clear their records or seek early release from sentencing.
Your Constitutional Rights and the Motion to Suppress
Many people feel pressured to confess or cooperate fully when stopped by law enforcement. However, you have fundamental rights protected by the U.S. Constitution. You have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. Law enforcement officers often use specific tactics to gain confessions, but they generally cannot enter your home without a warrant.
One of the most effective tools in OVI defense is the motion to suppress. If evidence was obtained through a violation of your constitutional rights, we will fight to have that evidence excluded from the case. Successfully suppressing evidence can lead to a reduction of charges or a total dismissal of the state’s case.
A Local Advocate for Local Courts
Attorney Gigiano has practiced in local courts since 1999 and understands the specific procedures in Medina, Barberton, Wooster, and beyond. This knowledge of local jurisdictions and courts allows him to build a defense strategy tailored to the specific area where your case is pending.
You shouldn’t have to face the courtroom alone. Call us today at (330) 336-3330 for a consultation on your legal matter.
Watch the Video Below to Learn More about DUI/OVI Law in Ohio
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I have taken the field sobriety tests or the breathalyzer?
This is a complex decision. Refusing a chemical test (breath, blood, or urine) results in an automatic license suspension through the Ohio BMV, separate from any court case. However, submitting to a test provides evidence for the prosecution. The best course of action is to politely decline to answer questions and request an attorney immediately. Daniel Gigiano can analyze the specifics of your stop to challenge the tests' administration or accuracy.
What are the potential penalties for an DUI/OVI conviction in Ohio?
Penalties escalate with each offense and can include jail time, high fines, driver's license suspension, mandatory alcohol treatment programs, and the installation of an ignition interlock device. A first-time offense is still a serious misdemeanor with mandatory minimum penalties.
Can you really get a DUI/OVI dismissed?
Yes. Daniel Gigiano has a track record of obtaining dismissals for DUI/OVI clients. This is achieved by filing motions to suppress evidence, challenging the legality of the traffic stop, questioning the calibration and administration of chemical tests, and exposing weaknesses in the prosecution's case.
What other traffic offenses do you handle?
In addition to DUI/OVI, Daniel Gigiano defends clients against a full range of traffic offenses, including driving under suspension, speeding (seeking point reductions), reckless operation, and other moving violations that can threaten your driving privileges.