December 26, 2025 | Theft crimes
Every year, law enforcement agencies across Ohio report a noticeable increase in shoplifting arrests during the month of December. Factors such as crowded stores and financial stress create an environment that fosters poor decisions, which can lead to criminal charges. Learning about why retail theft spikes during the holidays and how Ohio law treats shoplifting… read more
December 9, 2025 | Firm News
Read the full WEVV news story here. Our client, Malik Stafford, 24, of Louisville, was arrested on June 16, 2025, following a fatal crash on North St. Joseph Avenue in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. Stafford was charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated Causing Death (Level 4 Felony) and Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated… read more
November 19, 2025 | Criminal Law
In Ohio, entering a guilty plea doesn’t always mean the case is over. While pleading guilty generally waives (with certain exceptions) your right to challenge the conviction itself, you may still have the ability to appeal the sentence the court imposed. This can happen if, for example, the judge made a legal error and issued… read more
November 11, 2025 | Criminal Law
Learning about how criminal charges work begins with the basic structure of every offense. Most crimes contain four core elements that the state (the prosecutor) must prove beyond a reasonable doubt. These include the criminal act, the required mental state, the connection between the act and mindset, and the link between the conduct and the… read more
November 1, 2025 | Sex Crimes
Being accused of a sex crime in Ohio is extremely serious. These charges can lead to lengthy prison sentences, lifetime registration as a sex offender, and lasting harm to your reputation and future. Because of what’s at stake, it’s essential to understand how these cases are handled and what types of behavior may lead to… read more
October 7, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Most Ohio car accidents are handled through insurance claims and civil lawsuits, but some crashes can lead to criminal charges as well. The difference depends on the facts of the case, including whether the driver acted recklessly or otherwise violated the law. Learning about how these situations work is important if you or someone you… read more
October 3, 2025 | Criminal Law
Being charged with any crime is serious—but facing a felony charge raises the stakes significantly. The consequences can be life-altering for defendants. These offenses carry serious consequences that extend far beyond the sentence imposed by a judge. These effects can reach into your job, personal relationships, and even rights you may have taken for granted. … read more
September 24, 2025 | Sex Crimes
Being accused of rape is one of the most serious charges a person can face in Ohio. The accusation alone can seriously damage your reputation and, if a conviction follows, the consequences could include years in prison as well as mandatory sex offender registration False accusations happen more often than many people think, sometimes stemming… read more
September 11, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Being charged with a crime is stressful for anyone. However, for noncitizens, the consequences can be even more serious, possibly leading to deportation and the loss of the right to remain in the United States. Many people assume that only the most serious crimes can result in removal, but immigration law casts a much wider… read more
August 26, 2025 | Sex Crimes
Most people assume that only the most serious sex crimes (like rape or child molestation) can result in being labeled a sex offender. In Ohio, however, that isn’t always the case. A number of charges, some of which may not even seem sexual at first glance, can require mandatory sex offender registration if there is… read more