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Criminal Defense, OVI, DUI & Traffic Defense Lawyer in Portage County, Ohio

If you are facing criminal charges, an OVI or DUI, a serious traffic citation, or a post-conviction issue in Portage County, Ohio, choosing the right lawyer can make a major difference in the outcome of your case. Attorney Paul J. Siegferth Jr. provides focused, strategic, and aggressive representation for clients throughout Portage County, Summit County, Cuyahoga County, Trumbull County, and Mahoning County, with office access in Portage County and Cuyahoga County.

As Of Counsel with Bret Jordan Co., LPA, Attorney Siegferth represents clients in a wide range of criminal defense and traffic-related matters, including:

• Misdemeanor and felony criminal charges
• OVI / DUI defense
• Traffic citations and serious traffic offenses
• Domestic violence charges
• Assault and violent offense allegations
• Drug possession charges
• Drug trafficking charges
• Probation violations and motions to revoke
• Judicial release motions
• Motions to terminate probation early
• Criminal record sealing and expungement

A Criminal Defense Lawyer with Real-World Experience

What makes Attorney Siegferth different is his rare background in military service, law enforcement, and criminal defense. Before becoming an attorney, he proudly served in the United States Marine Corps and then spent 27 years with the Akron Police Department as both a police officer and detective. He now brings more than 30 years of criminal justice experience to every case.

That experience matters.

Attorney Siegferth understands how traffic stops are initiated, how officers prepare reports, how OVI investigations are conducted, how evidence is collected, and how prosecutors build criminal cases. Today, he uses that knowledge to identify weaknesses in the state’s case, challenge questionable evidence, and protect his clients’ constitutional rights.

Criminal Defense Representation in Portage County

Every criminal case is different. Some cases involve mistaken allegations. Some involve illegal searches or weak witness statements. Others require strategic negotiation, motion practice, or trial preparation.

Attorney Siegferth defends clients charged with:

• Domestic violence
• Assault
• Drug possession
• Drug trafficking
• Theft and property crimes
• Disorderly conduct
• Probation violations
• Felony and misdemeanor offenses

He carefully reviews the evidence, evaluates constitutional issues, and works to minimize the damage a criminal charge can cause to your freedom, your employment, your reputation, and your future.

OVI / DUI and Traffic Ticket Defense

Attorney Siegferth’s background is especially valuable in OVI / DUI cases and serious traffic matters. He understands how officers conduct field sobriety testing, make probable cause determinations, and document traffic stops. He can evaluate whether:

• The stop was lawful
• Field sobriety tests were properly administered
• Probable cause existed for arrest
• Breath or blood testing procedures were followed
• Dash cam or body cam footage supports the officer’s version of events

He also handles serious traffic citations, including:

• Speeding
• Reckless operation
• Driving under suspension
• No operator’s license
• Hit-skip related traffic charges
• CDL-related traffic issues

Expungement, Record Sealing, and Second Chances

A criminal record can continue to affect your life long after a case is over. Attorney Siegferth helps eligible clients pursue record sealing and expungement in Ohio, giving them a chance to move forward with employment, housing, and professional opportunities.

He also represents clients in important post-conviction matters, including:

• Judicial release
• Probation violation hearings
• Motions to revoke
• Motions to terminate probation early
• Early termination of community control

Serving Clients Across Northeast Ohio

Attorney Siegferth serves clients in:

• Portage County
• Summit County
• Cuyahoga County
• Trumbull County
• Mahoning County

He regularly helps clients in and around:

• Akron
• Ravenna
• Cleveland
• Kent
• Stow
• Barberton
• Youngstown
• Warren

If you need a criminal defense lawyer in Akron, Ravenna, Cleveland, or anywhere in Northeast Ohio, Attorney Paul J. Siegferth Jr. is prepared to fight for your rights, your record, your license, and your future.