Felony and Federal Crimes

Being charged with assault can lead to serious legal consequences. It is crucial for defendants to understand the different types of assault charges and their potential penalties in Ohio. This knowledge can help you protect your rights and create a strong defense...

In Ohio, vehicular offenses can introduce significant legal consequences and are charged in different ways.  These crimes often result from reckless or negligent behavior while operating a vehicle, leading to severe harm or death. Understanding the distinctions is...

If you have been arrested, then you may be subject to police interrogation. This process involves officers asking you a series of questions to gather evidence. Facing a police interrogation can be daunting, and there are a series of techniques that officers may use to...

If you’re like most people, your smartphone holds a ton of your personal information. You probably don’t want your family, friends or co-workers searching through your phone, much less the police. But, do you have the right to refuse an officer’s request to swipe...

Thanks to modern media, everybody seems to know a little about the kinds of forensic evidence that can be used in criminal trials. Most people don’t really question the validity of the science involved – but they should. Junk science is a big issue in the criminal...

People who are arrested for criminal charges are usually concerned with getting out of jail while their case moves through the criminal justice system. In order to do this, they may need to either post bail or bond out. This is the case if the court doesn’t order them...

If you are a person of interest in a crime being investigated by the police, understanding what this means and how it can affect you is crucial. In essence, there is no legal definition of a person of interest. The term merely suggests that the police believe you were...

Fraud can occur in any industry. Professionals can misrepresent a business's prospects, attempt to manipulate the market or intentionally mislead other people or businesses. However, when looking at industries that often see fraud prosecutions, there are undeniably...

When two or more people agree to commit a crime, they could be charged with criminal conspiracy. The criminal offense in question does not necessarily need to occur. You may face conspiracy charges as long as you were part and parcel of the agreement, even if you...

If you watch a lot of police procedural shows, you’re used to seeing officers recite the “Miranda warning” as they’re putting the cuffs on a suspect. In reality, it’s not a requirement for people to be “Mirandized” at that point.  Many officers do it then to ensure...