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Ohio gun owners may know they have the right to own or carry a firearm, but that does not mean every situation involving a gun in a vehicle is legally safe. A traffic stop can become much more serious if police believe a firearm was stored, handled or transported in a...
When police pull you over on suspicion of drunk driving, the situation can create immense stress. If the officer asks you to take a breathalyzer, you may feel like refusing is the safest move. This blog examines the pros and cons of doing so. What you already agreed...
Many people facing criminal charges focus on one goal above all else: avoiding jail. That reaction makes sense. Jail is immediate, stressful and disruptive. But in many cases, what matters more long-term is not whether someone spends a short time behind bars, but...
Getting arrested for an OVI (Operating a Vehicle under the Influence) in Ohio can feel overwhelming. The first two days after your arrest often set the stage for the rest of your case. This period gives you an opportunity to stay focused, gather information and take...
Probation in Ohio allows you to serve a sentence in the community under supervision. The court establishes detailed rules that you must follow carefully. When you disregard those rules, the court may consider penalties during a hearing. In practice, three frequent...
Operating a vehicle impaired (OVI) charges can result from a driver's involvement in a car crash or a one-on-one encounter with police officers. Regardless of why they get arrested, they are at risk of a variety of penalties. OVI convictions can lead to fines and...
Drivers accused of breaking traffic laws in Ohio might receive a ticket. In more serious cases, they could face arrest and criminal prosecution. One of the most serious and common crimes associated with motor vehicle operation is drunk driving. Ohio refers to such...
Property rights benefit from strong protection under the law. If one person intentionally misappropriates capital or assets that belong to another party, the state can prosecute that person. The law in Ohio criminalizes many different types of theft. State statutes...
Assault is one of the most common violent offenses prosecuted in Ohio. People can face accusations of assault after domestic altercations with family members or a fight at a sports bar. Individuals accused of assault sometimes question the validity of their criminal...
Finding out that you’re the subject of a protection order sought by (or otherwise on behalf of) a current or former romantic partner amid allegations or charges of domestic violence can be unnerving and frightening. It can understandably make you angry, especially if...