Underage drinking in Ohio is a serious crime. The state prohibits anyone under that age of 21 from possessing, consuming or being under the influence of alcohol. Being charged with underage consumption is a familiar situation at many Ohio colleges. Holding an alcoholic beverage and/or being intoxicated in a public place is enough to sustain the [...]
The very best way to avoid a DUI this Fourth of July weekend is to not drink and drive. However, this weekend family and friends will gather 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 [...]
If charged with a criminal offense in Ohio, the biggest mistakes to be avoided so that the situation doesn't get worse are: Having a conversation with police: One of the biggest mistakes to avoid when charged with a crime in Ohio (or anywhere) is speaking with law enforcement. It's important to be polite and truthful [...]
Crimes are committed every single day in America. Most of these charges are based on truth and are deserving of a conviction. However, out of millions of charges, there is always a chance that accusations may be false. Everyone has heard the term "innocent until proven guilty," but that does not always mean that someone [...]
Drug trafficking is a serious offense in the state of Ohio. You may have to spend a significant amount of time in jail and pay a substantial fine if convicted. If you are found to offer, sell, or distribute drugs close to a school or kids, then the offense is treated even more harshly. Laws dealing with drug possession [...]
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 [...]
Your life is turned upside down when you are charged with a criminal misdemeanor or felony charge and you will want the very best criminal defense attorney. Facing criminal charges isn’t the same as trying to fight a traffic ticket. Don't try to do it alone and don't settle for any attorney. You need a criminal attorney [...]
Don't make the mistake of pleading guilty if you have been arrested for a DWI. There is far too much at stake. A good criminal defense attorney will help you. Even the most complicated cases can be won. Things to remember: There must be reasonable suspicion for a traffic stop. Law enforcement must have a reason [...]
If you are out in Ohio this weekend and come to a DUI checkpoint; don't panic. As a criminal defense attorney in Ohio, I have seen clients who were nervous end up incriminating themselves. If you can, without committing a traffic violation, turn around - but ONLY if it can be done safely and not [...]
An arrest and conviction for Driving Under the Influence can have life-changing consequences and can effect your personal and professional life. You can lose your driver license and your job, and your car insurance will most likely get more expensive. It's important that you call the best criminal defense attorney in Ohio to defend you as soon as [...]