The Ohio Senate followed the House in approving a bill that strictly regulates Internet sweepstakes cafes, followed by Governor Kasich’s recent authorization…more
Sentencing for sex offenders can vary widely – those incarcerated for Felony I rape in 2004, for example, were sentenced to an average of 11.4 years, while the most serious convictions can lead to life sentences…more
The terms DUI, OVI, DWI, – however you spell it, drunk driving can mean big trouble in Ohio…more
In the state of Ohio, someone under age 18 — i.e., a minor — can be tried as an adult, if he or she was 14 or older at the time of committing the crime…more
Parenting brings with it certain responsibilities, including nurturing and protection. But when minor children cause damage, their actions can have legal repercussions for the parents…more
Since 2008, Ohioans have had expanded rights to self-defense under a group of laws known as the Castle Doctrine…more
When a party wishes to question the ruling of a lower court, an appeal can be filed to have the case reviewed…more
While most witnesses in a trial provide first-hand testimony, expert witnesses are called to provide an informed opinion based on their specialized knowledge, skill, training or education…more
As the Supreme Court of Ohio has stated, “A fundamental principle in the attorney-client relationship is that the attorney shall maintain the confidentiality of any information learned during the attorney-client relationship.”…more
In November of 2012, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine's office, working together with law enforcement agencies, raided five locations in multiple counties as part of an effort to crack down on the distribution of the synthetic…more
Attorney-client privilege is a rule that protects both attorneys and their clients from disclosing confidential communications vital for the purposes of furnishing or obtaining legal advice or assistance…more
We talked earlier about narcotics and harsh Ohio penalties for distribution and possession of drugs. Drugs are illegal on the street and in your body when driving a car…more
The White House says that prescription drug abuse is the nation’s fastest growing drug problem, eclipsing even chronic issues with street drugs like cocaine. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), about…more
Internet café gambling is set to remain a controversial topic with Ohio legislators in 2013. In February, State Attorney General Mike DeWine asked legislators to support regulation of an industry that currently includes 820…more
As technology advances, so do efforts to exploit technology for both legal and illegal endeavors. As criminal defense attorneys in Cleveland, our law firm defends those accused of Internet crimes with ties to Ohio…more
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