Legal Blog
Am I eligible for record expungement?
A past mistake or a poor decision can leave you with a criminal record that will follow you throughout life. Luckily, the Ohio courts have mercy on those that have made a terrible mistake. An expungement can give you a second chance. If a criminal record is expunged,...
What you need to know about violating probation.
Most people sentenced to probation are breathing a sigh of relief that they managed to avoid a harsher punishment and jail time. But it’s not long before you realize just how restrictive the parameters of probation can be. One key thing you need to keep in mind is...
Facing Domestic Violence charges during quarantine.
There is one thing for sure during a quarantine, domestic violence cases are on the rise. We’ve seen this happen already in countless towns and cities across the country. Columbus is no exception. Advice from healthcare professionals is unanimous; if there are...
DUI: 8 Vital Things to Remember
It’s the holiday season! You can probably guess that this time of year sees a dramatic increase in DUI arrests. Over the holidays, drinking and driving have become a serious issue. Between office parties and family get-togethers, many people are less vigilant about...
Even online, “anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.”
Anyone who has spent more than a few minutes on social media, you likely read abusive and offensive statements posted or left as comments to a post. Justin Olsen, an 18-year-old Ohio man has been arrested and is facing state and federal charges after investigators...
I violated probation. What happens now?
If you’ve found yourself facing a possible conviction as a result of a probation violation, we recommend seeking the counsel of a probation violation attorney. Regardless of why you are serving probation, you don’t deserve punishment due to a minor infraction as a...
What to Do When You’ve Been Falsely Accused of Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is viewed by society and the courts as a serious charge against a criminal defendant. Regardless of whether you’re guilty or innocent, mere allegations of domestic violence against you can adversely affect your life and your future. While millions of...
5 Common Juvenile Crimes Committed During Summer Break
Summer break. It’s a time for barbeques, pool parties and...getting arrested? For some juveniles, the answer might be yes. Studies show that kids have a tendency to get into more trouble with the law during the months when they are not in school. While overall...
5 Things not to do when facing assault charges
You didn’t intend to get involved in a fight when you went out for a night with your friends, but one thing led to another and you ended up getting pulled into a violent altercation and the police got involved. Now, you’re facing assault charges and you’re not sure...
Arrested for legal medical pot? Here’s what you need to know about “affirmative defense”.
After months of waiting and several launch date push backs, Ohio’s online portal for medical marijuana registration finally went live. While doctors who have been certified by the State Medical Board to recommend marijuana can access the website, that doesn’t mean...
Fentanyl is a growing epidemic: Cops are cracking down
Fentanyl: “Just 2 milligrams — an equivalent to about 32 grains of salt — can be enough to kill a person”, said Jessica Toms, a laboratory supervisor at the Ohio Attorney General’s Bureau of Investigation (BCI). Fentanyl is similar to morphine but is 50 to 100 times...
Sexual Assault Accusation
How does Ohio define sexual assault crime? Sexual assault is any unwanted sexual encounter without the consent of the person being pursued. Sexual assault can present itself in a number of different ways. Statutory laws are used to prosecute offenses that are...