Everyone is searching the internet for research and information about the law. A lot of times it can get confusing about what is true and reliable. Have you been accused of a crime? You have probably tried to find information about the specific crime and what the penalties may be that you are facing. My [...]
It seems that whether the issue is drugs, alcohol, bullying, risky driving, media consumption, or sex, studies are showing that parents consistently underestimate their own kid’s interest or participation in these behaviors. In one recent study, researchers found that parents severely underestimated their teen's drug and alcohol use. And, in a 2010 study researchers found that many [...]
The criminal act of stalking or menacing by stalking, under Ohio law, is described as "knowingly causing another person fear of physical harm or mental distress." Although this act doesn't require physical contact with a person for it to be considered illegal, it is still considered a punishable crime for individuals convicted of stalking. A [...]
Ohio and every other state say the difference between a state and federal crime is whether you have broken a state or federal law. If you broke a federal law, then you have committed a Federal offense. An investigation for a federal crime is typically initiated by the federal government long before charges are filed. [...]
As everyone generally understands, people living in the United States enjoy the right of freedom of speech. However, the right to speak freely is not unlimited. Individuals do not have the right to defame, slander or libel another person with their speech. Defamation is false and unprivileged spoken words or written publication, which exposes any [...]
Because of the internet, it is easier than ever to get information on anyone, including criminal records. These records are just a blip in time, but can have far reaching effects into the future of a person. Here is an example for one man who ran into some trouble with the law when he was [...]
The holiday parties are underway. Sometimes there are more than one in a night. A glass of wine at the first party, then on to the next for another quick drink. everyone processes alcohol differently. What causes one person to feel tipsy may have little effect on someone else. What causes one person to register [...]
In November 2011, Ohio Legislature passed a law that a spouse, relative or guardian to request that a loved one be forced to undergo treatment for his or her addiction – also known as “Casey’s Law” There is criteria that must be met before the involuntary treatment can be ordered. They must suffer from alcohol [...]
Under an Ohio Supreme Court ruling this month, prosecutors can keep DNA on file to use as evidence for future cases, even if there was an acquittal on the charges for which the DNA was taken. When you hear about DNA evidence in the criminal justice system it typically involves those wrongfully accused being exonerated [...]
Accused of committing a sex offense in Ohio? There is a lot to be concerned about. In Ohio, almost any type of non-consensual contact or any type of sexual activity or communication with a minor is criminalized. Unfortunately, a number of Ohio sex crimes are prosecuted as felonies, which means that if the defendant is [...]