Charged with a DUI in Ohio? Think there is no way to beat the charges? Call an aggressive criminal defense attorney as soon as possible and learn how you can protect your freedom and your future. Your employment now, opportunities in the future, auto insurance, criminal record, education and more are at risk and you must [...]
The best criminal defense attorney will tell you that you absolutely have the right to say "no" to a search of your vehicle, if you were stopped for a regular traffic infraction. The mere fact that law enforcement has a reasonable reason to stop a driver does not give him the right to investigate anything else within the "scope [...]
Facing criminal charges? Under investigation? All experienced criminal defense attorneys will tell you how influential social media platforms – facebook, twitter, Instagram, snapchat – are for the outcome of your case. Everyone needs to know how very public an online conversation, an update, a photo, or a video are and any and all can be [...]
It's Labor Day weekend and the summer celebrations continue. Many will be going downtown to the fireworks on the river on Sunday night, others will be celebrating with backyard parties and poolside barbecues. It's the last hurrah for summer and law enforcement doubles up and is on high alert to watch for drunk drivers. As a [...]
Nothing more nerve-racking then seeing the flashing lights of the law in your rear view mirror. Try to remain calm, then: Pull to the right at the first safe opportunity, then turn off your engine. Stay in your car with your seat belt on. Roll down your window. Turn off the radio and don't touch [...]
The best thing to do if you are out and having a drink is to call an Uber or a taxi to get you home. But, many people believe they are fine to drive and then are pulled over. You have rights and you need to know them. It's not necessary to speak with law [...]
Many people think that just because they have been charged with driving under the influence, they have few options to get out of a DUI arrest, and little choice but to plead guilty to the charge. Even if they have failed a DUI sobriety test, believing that you have no chance of getting out of a DUI offense [...]
The technical title of reckless driving in Ohio is “operation in willful or wanton disregard of the safety of persons or property". The law states that you cannot operate your vehicle in such a manner or you will face criminal charges. Violation of the statute for a first offense is usually charged as a minor [...]
In the state of Ohio, anyone under 21 is prohibited from possessing or consuming alcohol. If caught by law enforcement, it is a first degree misdemeanor offense and the maximum sentence is a $1000 fine and six months in jail. You will need an experienced criminal defense attorney to help you if your child has [...]
The Fourth of July weekend is upon us and many family and friends will be getting together for barbecues and pool parties to celebrate. Unfortunately, law enforcement sees the holiday weekend as one with a high volume of DUI-related arrests and accidents, and as a criminal defense attorney, it is always a busy weekend. It's a [...]