Every night, all over the world, thousands of people are stopped by law enforcement and are automatically asked if they are under the influence of alcohol. As an experienced criminal defense attorney, I see mistakes made by drivers all the time. You might just be driving home from an event, where you may have had a glass of wine, and [...]
Attorney Scott A. Rubenstein The best way to stay out of trouble with the law is to refrain from drinking and driving. Have a number handy to a cab company, uber, a friend or bring a designated driver along with you. However, there are times, after only a drink or two, you are [...]
Almost everyone uses social media, whether on a computer or their smartphone. Law enforcement knows this and facebook, twitter, instagram, snapchat, etc. become a major tool and anyone charged with a crime must take caution immediately as the social media platforms that were used can and will be used against him. One of the first things [...]
Possession of marijuana in Ohio is nothing to take lightly. Even the most minor conviction can have long time effects that will make problems in your life for years to come. From getting an education to finding a good job, if you’re convicted of a drug offense, you’ll feel the stigma of that for many years. An aggressive [...]
Inevitably, most college students drink and most of them are under the age of 21. Underage alcohol consumption and/or possession is one of the most common criminal charges for young people in Ohio. This one mistake can have devastating and irreversible consequences. Especially if the student chooses to drive and is pulled over. While I [...]
Never plead guilty to DUI charges before you speak to an experienced criminal defense attorney in Ohio. If you were arrested for a DUI, you and your attorney will need to get the information about the case against you, first. There may be ways to keep your driver's license and potentially avoid a criminal record, and [...]
Criminal defense attorneys defend the rights of all sorts of people, from drug dealers to murderers. Often the general public views them with disparagement, but defense attorneys have an important role. It is the right of every American to have a fair trial, and it is the defense attorney's responsibility to see that it happens. Per the [...]
Social Media has become a prevalent part of our lives. Tweeting, Instagramming, Snapchatting, YouTubing and updating your status on Facebook are just some of our daily routines and unfortunately leads to incredible amounts of over-sharing of personal information which more often than not becomes evidence in criminal investigations. As a criminal defense attorney in Ohio, I can tell [...]
Happy Halloween weekend. While the kids are trick or treating, it’s inevitable that the high school and college students will find a way to celebrate as well. While the drinking age is 21 in Ohio, there are exceptions everyone should be aware of: Consent from a legal guardian in or on a private, non-alcohol selling [...]
Attorney Scott A. Rubenstein Facing a OUI / DWI charge? You need the best, most experienced criminal defense attorney with a great track record in the court room. Reducing the charges, or dismissal all together is the main objective so you need an attorney who is prepared. There are a variety of effective [...]