Peter James Scranton

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Peter James Scranton

3.5
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 19 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Columbus, OH
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

536 South High Street, Columbus, OH

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About Peter

Biography

Former prosecutor Pete Scranton delivers strategic criminal defense in Columbus, OH. With 20+ years of trial experience, he fights DUI, misdemeanor, and felony charges with precision and personal commitment.

Facing criminal charges in Ohio? Peter James Scranton delivers aggressive defense backed by prosecutorial insight—handling felonies, misdemeanors, and complex cases with precision and care.

Peter James Scranton defends DUI/DWI charges in Columbus with 20+ years of trial experience, challenging breath tests, field sobriety, and protecting your license across Franklin County.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Facing criminal charges in Ohio? Peter James Scranton delivers aggressive defense backed by prosecutorial insight—handling felonies, misdemeanors, and complex cases with precision and care.

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DUI and DWI 50%

Peter James Scranton defends DUI/DWI charges in Columbus with 20+ years of trial experience, challenging breath tests, field sobriety, and protecting your license across Franklin County.

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 19 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Bowen, Scranton, & Olsen, LLC

536 South High Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

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Peter James Scranton's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.5 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | November 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney

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Extremely helpful

Excellent legal assistance and representation. Extremely willing to share knowledge and strong in representing clients. Won the best outcome!

Posted by Amy | September 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney

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Peter Scranton

Mr. Scranton was extremely easy to work with. From the initial consultation and through out the case. He was punctual and very knowledgeable. He went above and beyond his duties as lawyer. He gained a win in my case, that I thought was unobtainable. His professionalism and dedication to his clients s...how. I would recommend him to any and everyone.

Posted by Alexandria the Macedonian and Armand the chorkie | November 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney

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Cry wolf

ATHENS UPTOWN Local Oddities News Alexandria of Macedonia Causes Stir Uptown Claiming to Be a Werewolf ATHENS Friday night shoppers got an unexpected dose of ancient history and supernatural flair when Alexandria of Macedonia, a self-proclaimed descendant of conquerors, was reportedly approached b...y police after declaring herself a werewolf outside a café uptown. Witnesses say Alexandria had been “howling about lunar sovereignty” and showing off what she described as her “satanic tattoo of transformation.” Bystanders say she wasn’t threatening anyone—just giving what one student called “a highly convincing TED Talk on full moons and freedom.” Police confirmed they received a call about “a possible disturbance,” but upon arrival, officers found Alexandria calm, sipping coffee, and discussing the symbolic nature of lycanthropy as a metaphor for self-liberation. “She said the werewolf thing was about reclaiming her wild feminine power,” said Officer Grant, smiling. “Honestly, we’ve had weirder Fridays.” By the end of the night, Alexandria was reportedly seen posing for selfies with students, offering to “bless their tattoos with moonlight.” No charges were filed. As one onlooker put it, “It wasn’t a disturbanceit was performance art.” THE ATHENS DAILY SCREAM! Saturday Edition “When the Moon Hits Uptown” WEREWOLF WOMAN OF MACEDONIA HOWLS FOR FREEDOM COPS CALLED TO UPTOWN CHAOS! Athens, OH Shoppers at the Uptown square were treated to a supernatural surprise last night when a mysterious woman calling herself Alexandria of Macedonia claimed to be a werewolf “under divine lunar contract” and proudly flashed what witnesses describe as a satanic tattoo on her shoulder. “I thought it was a TikTok stunt,” said one witness, “but then she quoted Nietzsche, howled at the sky, and started blessing people with espresso foam.” Local police responded after multiple calls about “a charming but alarming wolf-goddess situation.” When questioned, Alexandria allegedly explained that her tattoo was “a sigil of liberation” and that the wolf inside her “just wanted a night out.” Officers reportedly decided she was more poetic than problematic and let her go with a friendly warning about public howling ordinances. By the end of the night, Alexandria had attracted a small following of students chanting “LET THE WOLF BE FREE!” near the courthouse steps. One onlooker said, “It’s Athens. We’ve seen ghosts, goats, and now wolves. Fridays just keep getting better.”

Posted by Miyisa | July 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney

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Worst attorney ever

This attorney lied to me, failed to respond to my text messages, tried con me out sending him additional money after we had a agreement.

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers, LLC

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2018

Expertise, Best Attorneys in Columbus

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Luftman, Heck & Associates LLP

2013 - 2016

Prosecutor, Columbus City Attorney’s Office

2013 - 2015

Attorney, The Ohio State University’s Student Legal Services

Associations

2007 - Present

Columbus Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

OVI & Speeding Convictions Avoided

OVI & Speeding Convictions Avoided

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Education

2018

Ohio State University

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2017

First Year Success Series and STEP programs Subjects of criminal rights and responsibilities

2016

Ohio State’s Leadership Awards Banquet Leadership

2016

National Legal Aid and Defender Association Soliciting

Publications

2018

OVI & Speeding Convictions Avoided Case Results

Languages

English

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