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A variety of situations can theoretically lead to assault charges. People can end up facing arrest and prosecution after a fight at a party or a major disagreement with a romantic partner that worries neighbors. Anyone involved in an altercation or who witnesses a...

Crime occurs throughout the year, but experts indicate that no season is more closely associated with a consistent rise in crime than the hot summer months. This suggests that criminal activity follows a seasonal pattern, with certain times of the year resulting in...

When the police obtain evidence that will be presented in court, they are responsible for maintaining strict chronological documentation of who has handled the evidence from when it was collected to its presentation. This is known as the chain of custody. Lapses or...

Theft charges in Ohio are often the result of obviously inappropriate conduct. People leave the store without paying for items or take property that they know belongs to other people. If they get caught in the act or located by law enforcement authorities later,...

So-called “trash pulls” have become a powerful tool in many criminal investigations, and people need to be aware of the practice and what it can mean for them. A “trash pull” is what police call it when they gather up someone’s discarded garbage from the curb and sort...

Perhaps an individual faces white-collar criminal charges because of allegations that they misappropriated resources or misled investors. What investigators find on their company computer might play a major role in the against them. Perhaps an individual stands...

If you work for an employer in accounting and have started to notice some odd incoming or outgoing expenses, you might start putting together a file and copies to take to your boss. You want them to know if someone is misusing or misappropriating company assets. If...

If you get charged with an OVI in Ohio, you've been accused of operating a vehicle while under the influence. This likely means that the police believe you were drinking alcohol before driving, and they may have even given you a breath test showing that you were over...

When under custody pending police interrogation, the police are supposed to read your Miranda rights. They are meant to ensure that you are aware of your rights before responding to any questions. Remember, Miranda rights do not go into effect until you are under...

If you’re facing charges for a crime you didn’t commit, you certainly want to do everything possible to get the charges dropped or be acquitted if the case goes to court. In many cases, however, the person who has been arrested has some criminal culpability. If that’s...