Criminal Law

If you, a friend, or a loved one gets on the wrong side of the law in Ohio, knowing what to expect can help to manage the uncertainty and outcome, because criminal convictions impact careers, families, and freedoms in life-changing ways. Here’s What You Need to Know When Facing—or fighting—a Criminal Charge in Ohio When … Continue reading “Criminal Trial Procedures in Ohio: What to Expect if You’ve Been Accused of a Crime”

Health experts are blaming drugged driving for a statewide spike in Ohio OVI arrests. But as police step up efforts to crack down on drug-impaired drivers, they may overstep their legal bounds and violate people’s rights. Driving under the influence of drugs is a serious charge that can cause long-term damage to your employment, freedom, … Continue reading “Ohio Drugged Driving Arrests and Crashes On The Rise”

What is the difference between a misdemeanor conviction and a felony conviction in Ohio? A serious misdemeanor can carry a jail sentence and fine, while a felony conviction will result in a prison sentence and heavy fines. Both will impact your quality of life going forward. That is why it is so important to engage … Continue reading “Ohio Criminal Law: Misdemeanor or Felony? Jail or Prison?”

Arrest advice: Don’t run from it. It only makes it worse. Click on Oklahoma QB and Heisman hopeful Baker Mayfield’s name to watch a prime example of what NOT to do. And if you thought that was bad; just wait until OSU’s defensive front puts it on him during the game. GO BUCKS!

Utah recently passed legislation reducing the permissible blood alcohol content to operate a vehicle from .08% to .05%. Utah is the first state in the country that has taken this step. The federal government has already taken the stance that all states should reduce their legal limit of blood alcohol content to drive a vehicle. With Utah’s lead, there is … Continue reading “One Beer Could Get You Arrested”

For most first time OVI offenders it used to be pretty basic. Do the three day “DUI school” and you are good to go. Get slapped with a six month license suspension with work privileges, and you’re back on the road. Well, starting April 6, 2017, it’s not going to be that simple anymore. The … Continue reading “New drunk driving (OVI) law goes into effect April 6, 2017”