December 31, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Lawyers and attorneys are a lot like insurance. You hope you don’t need them, but you’re a whole lot better off with them on your side when the going gets tough. While it’s common to use the terms “lawyer” and “attorney” interchangeably, there’s actually a difference between the two.  Knowing the difference is not only… read more

December 6, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Before testifying in court, witnesses take an oath to “tell the truth and nothing but the truth.” The problem is that people often do not keep their word. False accusations – especially ones alleging that you committed a crime – can be devastating. In addition to ruining your professional life, tall tales can also wreak… read more

November 25, 2019 | Drug Crimes

Even though half of American adults have tried it, recreational use of marijuana is still illegal in Ohio. Efforts have been successful in some Ohio cities for decriminalizing the possession of small amounts of pot. However, you’re still facing legal consequences if an Ohio police officer charges you with illegally possessing marijuana. The range of… read more

November 15, 2019 | DUI Law

You’ve probably heard of Black Friday, but there’s far less fanfare about the night before Thanksgiving. However, this is one of the busiest times on the road, and it’s made increasingly dangerous due to higher rates of alcohol consumption. In fact, Thanksgiving eve has been dubbed by many as “blackout Wednesday.” Now, law enforcement is… read more

November 11, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Using a fake ID may seem like an age-old tradition – even a rite of passage of sorts – for many young people. Fake identification laws, though, are a serious matter in the eyes of law enforcement. Whether the fake ID is used to skirt the law for underage drinking, buy tobacco products or similar… read more

October 28, 2019 | Sex Crimes

In most intimate relationships, almost anything is legal as long as both parties give their consent. In the eyes of the law, a person’s ability to give consent is what’s most important. Here in Ohio, the age of consent is 16. That’s the minimum age when a person is considered old enough to understand what… read more

October 8, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Without a doubt, abortion is one of the most intensely debated issues in the country. Even though the landmark decision by the U.S. Supreme Court in Roe v. Wade in 1973 essentially made abortion legal, some states – including Ohio – have placed restrictions on the procedure. What Is Abortion? Simply put, abortion is the… read more

October 7, 2019 | General DUI Q & A

According to a 2015 news report, more Ohio drivers are refusing to take breathalyzer tests when pulled over for suspicion of drunk driving. The penalties for refusing a breathalyzer test in Ohio is a year suspension of your driver’s license. But, the alternative may be to provide evidence against yourself in a DUI case.  The… read more

September 17, 2019 | DUI Penalties

In Ohio, it is illegal to operate any motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If you’re stopped while driving drunk, you can be charged with driving under the influence (DUI). DUI, which is also known as Operating a Vehicle Impaired (OVI), is a serious crime that can potentially affect you for… read more

September 17, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Sometimes it’s hard to get privacy. You might have roommates who are home all the time. Or, maybe your parents don’t approve of your boyfriend or girlfriend, so you have to sneak around. For whatever reason, you find yourself having sex in your car. Is this legal? Can you get arrested for having sex in… read more