Allegations of assault or other violent crimes risk a variety of penalties. An Ohio criminal court judge can sentence someone to jail time, probation and financial fines. A conviction or guilty plea typically leads to numerous consequences, not the least of which is...
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Identifying a Miranda rights violation
Most people in the United States have some understanding of Miranda rights. The Miranda Warning often plays a dramatic role in movies or television shows where police officers arrest people. The officer will rattle off the Miranda Warning while putting someone in...
How evidence suppression works in a criminal case
Sometimes, the court may exclude certain evidence from being used in a trial. This happens following a motion to suppress, usually filed by the defense during pre-trial hearings. By suppressing evidence, the court aims to protect your rights and uphold the best...
What is the exclusionary rule, and how can it impact your case?
If you are facing criminal charges, it’s important that you understand your constitutional rights and how violations can impact your case. One of those rights falls under the Fourth Amendment. Here’s what you need to know about the exclusionary rule. Your Fourth...
Have you been accused of sharing “revenge porn?”
Break-ups are hard. If someone has ended a romantic relationship with you, it’s not unusual to feel devastated and angry -- especially if you’ve been cheated on or otherwise betrayed. Unfortunately, people sometimes get back at a former girlfriend or boyfriend by...
Ohio’s Good Samaritan drug immunity law expanded
Ohio, like most states, has a “Good Samaritan” law that provides immunity from arrest and prosecution for minor drug offenses if they were discovered by law enforcement solely because a person sought help for themselves or someone else they believed was suffering a...
What happens if you miss your court date?
Almost no one enjoys going to court. If you are out on bail in a criminal matter, however, going to court when you are required to do so is never an optional undertaking. A missed court date is something you do not want to take lightly. In Ohio, failing to appear in...
Possible defenses to drunk driving charges
Like in most other states, operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI) is a very serious charge in Ohio. If convicted, the potential penalties include jail time, fines, license suspension and vehicle forfeiture, among others. There are also some collateral damages...
Mistakes to avoid when charged with domestic violence in Ohio
The consequences of a domestic violence charge can be far-reaching, especially if you’re convicted, so figuring out how to defend yourself is critically important. It is equally crucial that you know the missteps to avoid. Here are three huge mistakes that could...
When can the police legally search your property?
If you are under investigation for a crime, it may seem like the entire legal system is stacked against you. However, this may not be the case. The U.S Constitution protects your rights in multiple ways. One of the most important protections you are entitled to at...