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The American criminal justice system is founded on the idea that when you’re arrested or accused of a crime, you’re presumed innocent until a prosecutor actually proves your guilt at a trial. The real world doesn’t always work that way — especially when someone takes…
Read MoreOhio lawmakers are taking a new angle on the fight against prescription drug abuse — tackling pet medication abuse by going after people who use their pets to obtain prescription pain drugs. Some of the same medications used by people also are prescribed to cats, dogs,…
Read MoreRed light cameras have been controversial and unpopular among Ohio residents since they first appeared in the state. The coming year could see changes in how they’re used, or whether they can be used at all. The cameras are positioned at intersections and snap photos…
Read MoreIf you get behind the wheel of a car this Thanksgiving weekend while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, there’s a very good chance you’ll encounter an Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper. The agency will have extra patrols on Ohio roads and highways this…
Read MoreOhio soon may become the next state to adopt a “stand your ground” law. Ohio House Bill 203 includes a provision that says when you’re in a place you’re legally allowed to be, e.g., not trespassing, and you’re confronted with a situation in which you need…
Read MoreA Columbus criminal defense attorney from Luftman, Heck & Associates shared his knowledge and experience on regulation revisions concerning breath tests at the Ohio State Bar Association headquarters on Nov. 21. His talk was part of the OVI/DUI Defense Update 2013 seminar. The seminar was…
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