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More and more Ohioans choose to refuse breath, urine, or blood tests when they get arrested for drunk driving. According to data from the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles, around 83,000 Ohioans had a suspended license in 2013. 54 percent of them had refused a…
When your freedom is at stake, Ohio law requires prosecutors to prove every element of the charge beyond a reasonable doubt. This is the highest burden of proof in the American justice system. If the judge or jury has any logical, fact‑based uncertainty after reviewing…
You probably know that the Fourth Amendment protects you against unreasonable searches and seizures, but few people fully understand what is meant by “unreasonable.” Generally, this means that police are required to have probable cause before searching. So how does law enforcement show probable cause?…
If you are charged with a Columbus, Ohio gun crime, you are probably aware of how complicated these cases can become. There are very specific definitions involving unlawful possession, usage, and related firearm offenses. Also, depending on the details, felony or misdemeanor charges may apply….
You may go to an Ohio mayor’s court in order to resolve a case without going before a judge. Your case may be taken to a mayor’s court if you are charged with a misdemeanor or traffic violation in a community of 200 people or…
A campus sexual assault accusation can turn your world upside down. Whether it stems from a misunderstanding, a drunken hookup, or a false allegation, the impact can be immediate and severe. At schools like Ohio State, Capital University, Columbus State, and others in the Columbus…