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Biography
Mr. Clifford began his legal career as an Assistant Public Defender in Huron County (Norwalk, OH). After 6 years defending adults and children charged with crimes, as well as handling neglect and abuse cases, he became a Municipal Prosecutor for the City of Norwalk, prosecuting misdemeanor crimes that occured in Norwalk, Monroeville, and the unincorporated parts of Huron County, as well as charging and prosecuting felonies in preliminary hearings. Many times he prosecuted OVI/DUI and drug related offenses.
In February 2012 The Law Offices of T. Douglas Clifford, LLC were opened. The office is focused primarily on DUI and Criminal Defense.
Mr. Clifford is a member of the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Board Member), an Associate Member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, a Member of the American Chemical Society (Chemistry and Law Division), The National College of DUI Defense, and a "Founding Member" of the national DUI Defense Lawyers Association. He spends extensive amounts of time doing research in the DUI and Criminal Defense arena and attends numerous state and national seminars in order to be on the cutting edge of defending these types of cases.
Additional Mr. Clifford owns two "BAC Datamaster" breath test machines (the ones most used in Ohio for evidentiary purposes) and an Alcho Sensor IV (a commonly used Portable Breath Test Device) in order to accurately understand how evidence is acquired against those accused of a DUI Offense.
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Licensed in Ohio for 24 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Erie County Public Defender
247 Columbus Ave. Suite 37, Sandusky, OH 44870, Sandusky, OH, 44870
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Posted by Tim | November 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Service and Outstanding Professional Advice
Doug knows the system and had the diplomatic skills to navigate for his clients. He gets results and moves every case forward with wisdom and courage.
Posted by Mike | June 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Incredible attorney!
Mr. Clifford is a very knowledgeable attorney and took on my felony 4 /domestic violence case without hesitation. He was able to get the charges knocked down to a minor misdemeanor and saved me from going to trial and potentially ruining my career. I 100% recommend him for any criminal or DUI case!
Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
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I have worked with T. Douglas Clifford two times now. Once for a domestic matter, and a second time, recently, for a DUI charge. The first time I worked with him he made me feel very comfortable and never once made me feel like I was a bother to him. He worked with me, understood all of my concerns, ...
Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2017 | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney
Attorney Clifford is very knowledgeable in Criminal and OVI defense, I would HIGHLY recommend hiring him.
Posted by David K. | May 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
OVI case
Attorney Clifford was able to have all charges dropped because of lack of probable cause. Attorney Clifford explained both sides of the process to me, if I accepted the OVI charges or if I went to court with the possibility of having the charges dropped. I chose to go to trail and at the Motion to Su...
T. Douglas Clifford's Lawyer Endorsements
"Doug is an exceptionally knowledgable attorney who will go to bat for his clients in all aspects of their case. He has presented at a CLE or two which i have attended, and is a well respected, highly regarded attorney throughout the State of Ohio."
"Doug is the hardest working guy in show business. He is constantly striving to further his knowledge of OVI/DUI defense and is highly active in the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers coordinating continuing legal education seminars to help other lawyers in the community. Doug is a pleasure to work with, compassionate, and thorough. I highly endorse this lawyer as one of the most hard-working, advanced, experienced, and fearless litigators in his field."
"I met Attorney Clifford through his CLE materials provided by the Ohio State Bar Association. He is extremely knowledgeable about the law in this area and a pleasure to speak with. His office staff was courteous and returned my call promptly. I heartily endorse Attorney Clifford."
"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is a fantastic attorney. He fights hard for his clients. He is a true professional and an esteemed colleague."
"Doug is a great lawyer and a pleasure to work with. His attention to detail is exemplary. Doug continually strives to be a better lawyer for his clients and his training within the scientific community places him head and shoulders above others in defending his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly recommend Doug to anyone looking for representation. He is incredibly knowledgeable and on the forefront of legal issues. We recently attended a seminar together and when he informed me of potential upcoming changes in the law, I immediately asked him to speak at a seminar to share his expertise with other lawyers. He is very well respected in the legal community and there is nobody better to have by your side when your future and your freedom is on the line."
"I have worked with Doug on cases and have lectured with him at seminars. He is an excellent lawyer. I have also been impressed with the way he deals with clients. He has shown patience and understanding and is always willing to spend extra time on a matter if needed."
"I readily endorse this attorney for his thorough knowledge of the laws regarding DUI/OMVI. He knows the subject matter, and has a lengthy background and experience in representing clients involved in these charges."
"I endorse this lawyer. Whenever I have a question regarding DUI law, I seek Tim's advice ."
"I endorse this lawyer. Timothy and I went to law school together. There I was able to see his passion for the law and his capacity for intense analysis of case law and factual circumstances. This has carried through in real life in his representation of his clients. He is very well respected amongst his peers for his hard work, strategic and creative thinking, and always putting clients' interests first. An individual that studies that law and gets results. I would recommend Mr. Clifford to my own family and friends."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Lawyer-Scientist Designation, American Chemical Society
2014
Best of the Best (Top 3 Lawyers in Norwalk), Norwalk Reflector
2001
Jonathan M. Ault, Mock Trial Award, Case Western Reserve School of Law
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Public Defender, Erie County Public Defender's Office
2012 - 2023
Principal, Law Offices of T. Douglas Clifford, LLC
2007 - 2012
Assistant Law Director/Municipal Prosecutor, City of Norwalk
2001 - 2007
Assistant Public Defender, Huron County Public Defenders Office
Associations
2021 - Present
Ohio State Bar Association, Traffic Law CommitteeChair
2016 - Present
American Academy of Forensic SciencesAssociate Member
2014 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationFounding Member
2014 - Present
American Chemical SocietyMember
2012 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard Member
2012 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2018 - 2021
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersContinuing Legal Education Co-Chair
2002 - 2007
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. A.C.
Not Guilty Verdict by Jury Trial
State v. D.K.
Motion to Suppress Granted, Administrative License Suspension Terminated, Case Dismissed by State
State v. C.F.
Case Dismissed by State.
State v. L.W.
Not Guilty Verdict at Jury Trial
Education
2001
Case Western Reserve University
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
Kent State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Ohio Trial Skills Workshop (OACDL/DUIDLA)
Blood & Urine Trial Skills
2018
Ohio Advanced OVI Seminar
Using NHTSA SFST's as Your Weapon
2018
OACDL/DUIDLA Trial Skill Workshop
Blood & Urine Testing
2018
Annual OVI Seminar
Using the Video and NHTSA Manual to get the results you want
2017
OACDL Advanced OVI Seminar
DUI Plea Bargaining using the Harvard Negotiation Project Method
2016
OACDL Advanced OVI Seminar
Excluding Blood Tests
2016
American Academy of Forensic Sciences Annual Conference
The Legal and Scientific Landscape of Analogue Drug Prosecutions post-McFadden
2015
OSBA Webinar
OVI Driving Under the influence of Marijuana & other Drugs
2015
OACDL Advanced OVI Seminar
What Discovery to ask for in a Blood Test Case
2015
Lorain County Bar Association OVI Defense Update
It’s the Video Stupid, SFST’s Done Wrong
2010
Lyons & Lyons OVI Seminar
Ethics and Professionalism in negotiating with prosecutors in OVI cases
Publications
2017
The Vindicator (OACDL)
The Case Against More Victims Rights Why the Ohio Crime Victims "Bill of Rights" Is A Bad Idea
2012
Cuffed in Erie County
Exciting New Libreralization of Expungement Law
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Resentencing hearing question.
08 Oct 2017
Q&A
Can a probation officer make you move and stay away from certain people ?
12 Oct 2017
Q&A
I got my second DUI within two years I’m wondering what the minimum mandatory sentencing is an from Massillon Ohio ?
05 Oct 2017