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Attorney Bucher focuses his practice on assisting persons charged with OVI/DUI across Northwest Ohio. He sets himself apart from other OVI attorneys through his training which includes certification as an instructor in NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, training in Headspace Gas Chromatography (the process used by all Ohio crime labs to analyze blood and urine samples), training in advanced drug recognition, certification on Ohio 's breath testing equipment, and his continual training in OVI specific topics through the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, DUI Defense Lawyers Association, and the National College of DUI Defense.
In addition to this training that is OVI specific, Attorney Bucher is a graduate of the University of Toledo College of Pharmacy. This allows him to take a scientific approach to those cases where chemical testing of some sort (breath, blood, or urine) is conducted.
Attorney Bucher accepts select personal injury cases and traffic cases that are not OVI specific.
Attorney Bucher has extensive experience assisting CDL holders with traffic matters that can put their careers at stake.
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State: Ohio
Acquired: 2007
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1728 Allentown Road, Lima, OH, 45805
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Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I can’t recommend Andy enough. I was facing a first-time OVI with an open container. From the very beginning, he was calm, direct, and incredibly strategic. He gave me realistic expectations, answered all my questions, and didn’t sugarcoat anything but he fought hard for the best possible outcome. ...
Posted by anonymous | August 6, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Andrew was highly recommended and did not disappoint, reached a fair agreement with the courts where I was able to keep my CDL. Highly recommended.
Posted by Dan | May 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I contacted Attorney Bucher on a Sunday morning as my arraignment was scheduled for Monday morning at 9:00 a.m. after I was charged with an OVI on Saturday night. Mr. Bucher called me back the same morning and took care of everything for me. I didn’t even have to appear in person for my arraignment...
Posted by Travis | April 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Very professional and very, very good. Well worth it! I would definitely recommend Andrew Bucher to anyone!
Posted by Sam | February 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Andrew is an excellent lawyer. He knows his stuff when it comes to the legal system. Along with his further education outside of the law. He does everything he can and knows how to do to get the best outcome. I hope I never have to, but I would definitely hire Andrew again. I also recommend him for a...
"Andy’s unique experience in pharmacology and his unrelenting will in defending his clients make him an ideal choice for any individual charged with an OVI. Andy has obtained more training and knowledge over the past few years than most law enforcement officials will have in a lifetime, and he is not afraid to put this knowledge to use in the courtroom. Having presented at a few seminars with Andy, I am always impressed with his ingenuity and ability to communicate complicated scientific principles in simple terms. I cannot recommend him highly enough."
"Attorney Bucher is the future of Ohio's DUI Defense Lawyers. He attends the best of the best DUI/DWI seminars all over the US. He is friends with the nations best experts who he has at his disposal to use in your case. Ohio is lucky to have him representing its citizens as his knowledge and skill are top notch. Anytime I need help in his area I do not hesitate to call him for his input and do no hesitate to send my clients to him for help. I know that you will be in good hands with Attorney Bucher."
"Andy Bucher is fearless, aggressive, and exceptionally knowledgeable in OVI/DUI law and defense. If you need someone to stand up for you, this is your guy."
"Mr. Bucher is an exceptional attorney and is one of the best OVI attorneys in the United States. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have had the opportunity to speak to Andrew on a number of occasion. He is well knows for his expertise in DUI/OVI defense, and his zealous advocacy for his clients. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is a true professional in every sense of the word. He knows his craft inside and out and fights zealously for his clients."
"Andrew Bucher is incredibly knowledgeable and competent in the field of DUI/DWI defense - and for that matter, all representation that he takes on. Andrew teaches on behalf of the Ohio Bar Association, seminars on the topic of DUI/DWI defense. A sign of true competence and trust is when other lawyers and professionals rely upon your knowledge, skill and expertise in their own practice. This is the case for Andrew, as he has advised lawyers and other professionals alike in the field of DUI/DWI defense. I have come to rely upon the knowledge and expertise that I have learned from Andrew and you should too. Andrew genuinely cares about his clients and will zealously advocate for the most favorable result. I refer clients to Andrew, and would recommend that anyone seeking an DUI/DWI attorney contact Andrew for his help today."
"Mr. Bucher is an outstanding attorney who provides exemplary advice on Avvo. I would recommend everyone and anyone to him for representation. Even though I have been practicing fo 24 years, as a judge, magistrate, prosecutors, and in private practice, I learn valuable new information from him every day. A superb attorney."
"Andy is an excellent resource. He's spoken at many seminars teaching attorneys and judges about DUI law. He's eager to learn and eager to help others. His client's are lucky to have him!"
"Andrew and I worked across the table when I was a municipal prosecutor. His tireless efforts for his clients and attention to detail are vital to his success in the field."
"Andrew Bucher is an attorney who is dedicated to learning as much about his craft as possible. He has completed more training than most other DUI attorneys I know. He is also not afraid to put that training to use in motion hearings and/or trials on his clients' behalf and consistently gets excellent results. I highly endorse Andrew Bucher to anyone in need of representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Andrew for several years. He is actively involved in the DUI community and regularly attends seminars to better his knowledge in this area of the law. He is very intelligent and articulate. Further, he is insightful and thorough in his approach and defense of OVI cases. He works hard in defending his clients. I recommend Andrew in OVI and criminal defense cases."
"Andrew Bucher is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to alcohol-related traffic infractions. He appeared regularly in the courthouse at which I worked as a public defender, and he was always able to serve his clients well. Whenever I saw him in court, he was representing a client charged with OVI, and the charges were always drastically reduced pursuant to very, very favorable plea bargains."
"Andrew Bucher served as co-counsel on one of my OVI cases. His expertise in this area is unequaled, and his involvement resulted in a significantly lesser charge for our client. In addition to being a recognized expert in the OVI field, he is trustworthy, professional, and promptly responds to all inquiries. I will absolutely continue to refer other OVI clients, and lawyers with OVI clients, to him in the future."
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Forensic Principals of DUID III, American Chemical Society
2015
Trial Skills Instructor, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2014
Trial Skills Instructor, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Forensic Drug Analysis IV, American Chemical Society
2013
Avanced Roadside Impairred Driving Enforcement Certified, La Pier & Associates
2013
Trial Skills Instructor, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2012
Cross Exaination With Terrence Macarthy, Terence MacCarthy, The McShane Firm, Ward & Lee
2012
Forensic Chromatography VI, American Chemical Society
2012
Published Thanks in OSBA Report CLE Lecturing, Ohio State Bar Association
2012
Trial Skills Workshop Graduate, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2011
Drug Recognition Expert Overview Training, Anthony Palacios - State of Georgia DRE Instructor 2002-2008
2011
Standardied Field Sobriety Testing Instrutor Course, Dr. Lance A. Platt - DUI Training Coordinator for the State of Texas
2011
Standardized Field Sobriety Testing 8 Hour Refresher, Dr. Lance A. Platt - DUI Training Coordinator for the State of Texas
2011
Forensic Toxicology for Attorneys 2011, Dr. John Vasiliades, Ph.D., DABCC, DABFT
2011
Completeion of Standardized Field Sobriety Training, Robert LaPier - Idaho State Police Lead DUI Instructor
2011
Factory Certification for BAC Datamaster, John D. Fusco CEO of NPAS & David Radomski Lead Engineer and Vice President of NPAS
2009 - Present
Attorney, Balyeat, Leahy, Daley & Miller LLC
2007 - 2009
Associate Attorney, Reinheimer & Reinheimer Attorneys at Law
2006 - 2007
Certified Legal Intern & Attorney, Toledo Legal Defender
2010 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard Member
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Case Dismised and LIcense Suspension Vacated
All Charges Dismissed After Sucessful Suppresion
Dismissed at Motion Hearing
Not Guilty by Jury
Not Guilty by Court and ALS license suspension vacated
Dismissed
Not Guilty by Jury
reduction to no point violation, no license suspension
2007
Juris Doctor
2004
BS - Bachelor of Science
2004
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
2015
Intox 8000 Discovery after ILG
2015
A Scientific and Statistical Assessment of the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and the Drug Recognition Expert Program
2014
Invalid Samples and Breath Testing
2013
DRE Overview
2013
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DRE is coming to your jurisdiction
2013
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2013
2012
2012
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The New OVI, No Alcohol Required, DRE Comes to Ohio
2012
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2011
Are You Ready for the Intoxilyzer 8000 - Essential Motions
2011
So You Think OVI Practice is Easy
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I got pulled over and charged with ovi and im innocent
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When do points on license clear? OVUAC?
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In 2 days, I have an OVI pretrial. Should I be concerned that my attorney has communicated nothing but the date & time?
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