In Ohio, if no value is specified in a complaint or indictment for theft, the charge is a first-degree misdemeanor, punishable with jail up to 6...

Friend got subpoena from grand jury about me for assault charge ?

It looks like the police/prosecutor have decided to see whether there is enough evidence to charge you with a felony offense of violence as a...

It sounds like you have a number of issues going on between the non-lease, the search, and the resulting charges. The simple answer is yes, they...

What kind of punishment does petty theft warrent in ohio

Petty theft in Ohio is categorized as a First-Degree Misdemeanor. As such, it carries a maximum term of incarceration of 180 days in jail (not...

Can you be a witness and testify against yourself to your own grand jury? Does any of this sound right?

Your husband has a Fifth Amendment right not to testify against himself. I agree with my colleagues that he should absolutely and immediately find...

My 18 year old son was issued a hit and skip ticket in Lakewood, my says he didn't think he hit car and went home

You and/or your son should immediately contact a competent attorney who can advise your son as to the charges that he faces, the possible penalties...

Son arrested with concealed handgun. He is on his way to the justice center. What do I need to do now? I want him home.

Contact competent legal counsel in your area to represent your son at his initial appearance hearing. The initial hearing is where it is determine...

If my 17 year old gets in trouble in ohio do i have to pay for a lawyer?

If he qualifies, the young man may be entitled to a court-appointed attorney due to indigency reasons. The court may appoint a public defender, or...

Is there a motion that I can file or anything I can do to "appear in court" or get a court date if I have a warrant?

Cleveland Heights often will allow you to pay a fee to have the warrant lifted and schedule your case for a Pretrial. You can try contacting the...

Is there a difference between failure to register and failure to register change of address because my boyfriend has never moved

The simple answer is yes: there is a difference between these two allegations. It is important that your boyfriend seek out competent criminal...