Legal Blog & Information

What Effect Will a DUI/OVI Conviction Have on My Ohio Medical License?

Medical professionals, more than most, are aware of the toxic impacts alcohol has on the body. It is important for medical professionals to know that operating a vehicle impaired (OVI) or driving under the influence (DUI) can have toxic effects on their medical licenses.  State Medical Board of Ohio Disciplinary Guidelines The State Medical Board… read more

What are Crimes Involving Moral Turpitude?

The term “moral turpitude” sounds ominous. For anyone charged with a crime involving moral turpitude, the consequences could genuinely be frightening. For that reason, it is generally in a person’s best interest to consult with a criminal defense attorney immediately about potential defenses and strategies for fighting charges of crimes involving moral turpitude.  What is… read more

Do I Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer if I’m Innocent?

The short answer is, “Yes, you need a criminal defense lawyer if you are innocent.” Whenever you face criminal charges, it is best to consult with a defense attorney immediately.  We all want to believe that our criminal justice system is fair and that the truth will prevail. However, that is not always the case…. read more

Things Cops Do That Are Illegal: What a Police Officer Can and Cannot Do

Police officers need to follow the law just like ordinary citizens. There is no special card or free pass officers get that allows them to break the law whether they are on or off duty. Just like you and me, if an officer commits a crime and is found guilty, he or she will have… read more

How Does Bail Work in Ohio?

In Ohio, if you are arrested and charged with a crime, you might be required to post bail. This is the process imposed by the court to allow you to leave jail while ensuring you return for future hearings in your case. Bail is collateral that a person accused of a crime gives to the… read more

Gun Shot Residue Evidence Isn’t Always A Smoking Gun

If you have seen a television or movie murder trial, those theatrical interpretations of an actual murder trial may have included references to gunshot residue. References to gunshot residue (GSR) are common in crime dramas. The police and the prosecution make a big deal about the defendant having GSR on his hands or his close…. read more

Am I Being Detained? 6 Questions You Should Ask During Interactions with the Police

Interactions with the police can be frightening and tense. You do not want to say something that can make matters worse, but you do not want the police officers to arrest you for obstructing justice. It is always a good thing to remember that you can remain silent and can have a criminal defense attorney… read more

3 Charged After 80 Kilos of Cocaine Seized From Dayton Used Car Dealer

According to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Ohio, law enforcement agents seized 80 kilograms of cocaine from a Dayton used car dealer. Law enforcement agents arrested three men on federal drug trafficking charges. One of the men co-owns the used car dealership in Dayton. Several law enforcement agencies were involved… read more

How Safe is Dayton, OH?

Civil unrest and protests calling for police reform have made many people question whether Dayton is a safe place right now. In response to some of the civil unrest, Ohio lawmakers might consider a “Stand Your Ground” law. The law would give citizens the right to use deadly force in self-defense. The proposed bill would… read more

Dayton Crime Down Thanks to Coronavirus Outbreak

The coronavirus pandemic caused many unintended consequences. Some of the consequences of a pandemic were expected, such as high rates of unemployment and overloads of our health care system. However, some consequences may not have been as apparent when the pandemic began. While police officers throughout the country, including the Struthers Police Department, posted requests… read more