If you have been arrested and charged with a criminal offense it is important for you to know your rights. As a citizen of the United States, you have rights to how you can be treated by police and all throughout your court process. In Ohio, you need a criminal defense attorney to understand your [...]
Mistakes are often made by law enforcement. If you are pulled over, it is best to remember the following as it can only help in a DUI/OVI/DWI offense. Law enforcement can’t gamble on a random phone call to pull you over unless he has the name and address of the person calling. You can’t be [...]
You will need the best criminal defense attorney to help you fight any criminal charges. The facts of your case will be reviewed, law enforcement's arrest report will be scrutinized, witnesses gathered and be your advocate during court hearings. Beyond defending all your rights, criminal defense attorneys are able to negotiate with prosecutors to possibly [...]
Do you need a criminal defense attorney in Ohio or Kentucky? Are you facing criminal charges – of any kind? You need to understand the charges brought against you, the defenses that are available to you and if you may have the opportunity to plea bargain, in addition to understanding what needs to be done [...]
Just because allegations are levied, does not mean that charges will be formally filed. Often times officers exercise discretion at the scene, or upon a closer review of the evidence, the grand jury chooses not to indict. It is important to remember, however, that your innocence does not protect you. When innocent people are confronted [...]
Ohio has acknowledged that for some drug crime convictions, drug rehab is the better alternative than jail time. We are seeing it happen in the courts and it should and will greatly reduce the overpopulation in the prisons which are overcrowded because they are filled with non-violent offenders who have been convicted of drug crimes. [...]
If you are driving after even ONE drink, you must remember your rights in Ohio. First, you have the right to remain silent. You have the right to refuse any breathalyzer testing. Most importantly, you have the right to call your Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney, right there, on the spot. I preach this weekly. It’s amazing how [...]
Both the Federal and State Constitutions endow every citizen with fundamental rights. These include the right to be free from illegal search and seizure, the right against self-incrimination, and the right to the assistance of counsel. An experienced Ohio criminal defense attorney is charged with the duty of protecting the rights of his or her [...]
Pulled over for drunk driving in Ohio? Almost everyone has legal problems in their lives. Pull to the side, safely, using your turn signal, and if at possible to a lit area. Keep your hands on the wheel so that law enforcement can always see them. Only get the information he asks for, WHEN he [...]
Facing prosecution or under investigation? Be extremely aware that what you have posted on any social network is more often than not, making into courtrooms all over Ohio, as well as the rest of the country. It’s not just teens that are posting incriminating information. Pictures of an innocent mom’s night out with wine has [...]