If you’ve been charged with a misdemeanor, you may be tempted to plead guilty or accept a plea agreement because you want to put the whole ordeal behind you. You may be thinking, “It’s only a misdemeanor, right?” Wrong. The consequences of a misdemeanor conviction…
On November 7, 2023, Ohio voters gave a resounding “yes” to Issue 2, a groundbreaking ballot measure that legalizes the possession, use, and cultivation of adult-use cannabis. This monumental shift in Ohio’s marijuana policy aligns our state with the nationwide movement towards cannabis reform. But…
If you are facing criminal charges in Cincinnati, you may hear the terms “probation” and “community control” when discussing a possible sentence. Ohio law uses community control for sanctions that allow a person to remain in the community under court-ordered conditions. The conditions and length…
The 6th Amendment ensures the right to legal representation. After all, every television show has told us that a public defender is appointed if you can’t afford a lawyer. But whether that lawyer is hired or assigned, they should offer the best possible defense. Unfortunately,…
It’s often said that prevention is better than cure. This adage holds when it comes to the criminal justice system in the Cincinnati area. If you or a loved one are under investigation, have been accused of a crime, or have already been arrested, it’s…
Cincinnati, OH, sees its fair share of OVI arrests. For those who find themselves on the wrong side of this charge, the aftermath can be full of questions and uncertainty. A primary concern of most people charged with drunk driving is whether the arrest and…
