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Matthew C. Bangerter

Matthew C. Bangerter, Esq., is the lead attorney and owner of Fortress Law Group, LLC, where he focuses on criminal defense, OVI/DUI, and appellate matters. Licensed in Ohio since 2007, he represents clients in Willoughby and Cleveland. A graduate of The University of Akron School of Law, Mr. Bangerter combines 18 years of courtroom experience with advanced scientific training to analyze complex evidence. He has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2014 to 2017 and remains active in state and local bar associations.

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OVI Checkpoints

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Last Modified on Oct 22, 2019

            It is one of the last Friday nights in the summer in Cleveland, Ohio where very soon, as all those…

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Physical Control… What Does It Mean?

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Last Modified on Oct 22, 2019

Picture a quaint little town with excellent restaurants serving a wide variety of wonderfully prepared food and a multitude of drinks…

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Ohio Fake ID Laws

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Last Modified on Oct 22, 2019

  When J.R.R. Tolkien created the world of the Shire, he didn’t attach age restrictions to joining in on the pastime…

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What Are the Best DUI Defense Strategies?

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Last Modified on Mar 27, 2017

A DUI arrest can be devastating — particularly if it leads to a conviction. Steep fines, potentially losing your driver’s license,…

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How Long Does a Police Investigation Take?

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Last Modified on Mar 23, 2017

Police investigations have no set duration and can vary dramatically depending on the case complexity, available evidence, and the specific crime…

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What Can the Police Search Without a Warrant?

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2017

Can the police search without a warrant? The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects “the right of the people to…

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