The very moment you are arrested on suspicion of a crime is the very moment you need legal counsel. Time is of the essence. Secure the services of an attorney who will guide you through the process while protecting your rights. Every case is defendable and an arrest does not mean a conviction. There are [...]
Unfortunately, mistakes happen and people don't think they have had too much to drink and get behind the wheel and drive. Only later do they realize the alcohol is affecting them more than they thought. Instead of pulling over and figuring out how to get home, they keep driving. What happens if they come to [...]
When you are facing criminal charges in Ohio, there are steps you can take to improve your chances of avoiding a conviction and a substantial sentence. There are also mistakes you might make that would significantly impede the ability of a successful defense at trial. Some of these mistakes are: Running from the police [...]
In a criminal case in Ohio, you often hear the term “chain of custody”. Prosecutors must establish an unbroken chain or path that the piece of evidence takes before it’s in custody and used as an exhibit of evidence. Because criminal prosecutions usually depend on any evidence gathered by law enforcement, the prosecutors must have [...]
DUIs, also known as OVIs, are serious charges in Ohio. Whether it’s your first OVI or you’ve already been arrested for drinking and driving in Ohio, you face serious penalties if convicted, including mandatory jail time. Because of the severity of DUI related crimes and their consequences, it’s vital for you to take any of [...]
While most law enforcement officers try to do the right thing when checking for impaired driving, they are prone to bias and mistakes that, left unchecked, could devastate your future. Scott Rubenstein can help defend you through many different methods: Law Enforcement did not have a reason to pull you over in the first place. [...]
Most people believe that if when they are arrested and not "read their rights," they will not be punished. This is not completely true in Ohio. But if the police don't read you your Miranda rights, the prosecutor can't use what you say as evidence against you at trial. The purpose of the Miranda warning [...]
The possession, sale, manufacture or distribution of illegal drugs are all serious criminal charges that can have life-changing consequences. Drug offense convictions in Ohio can preclude student loans, and affect credit and job applications. Every drug crime case is unique, from the circumstances leading up to arrest to the potential punishment if convicted. Small details [...]
Whether you have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony offense, a permanent criminal record can make it difficult to move on with your life. Law enforcement and the prosecution have already begun building a case against you if you have been arrested. It is essential that you contact an aggressive criminal defense attorney to take prompt action [...]
Don’t drink and drive. If you go out and are drinking alcohol, have a designated driver or prepare to use Uber, Lyft or a taxi service. If you have never been convicted of an OVI, you can’t imagine and understand the consequences of having an OVI conviction on your record. It can impact your entire [...]