Must an officer recite Miranda Rights before/ during arrest?

Unless the police needed to question you, they did not have to Mirandize you. Even if they did violate Miranda, the remedy is exclusion of any...

Juvenile records in Ohio are very difficult to access, particularly once they've been expunged. The record can be sealed two years after all of...

Can I own a gun?

Your husband is not disabled from owning a firearm by the offenses you've listed. In Ohio, it illegal for a felon to possess a firearm, when he or...

Hi, I was cited for petty theft for the 3rd time overall (1st time since 2010). No extenuating circumstances. Jail time likely?

Your third time to the plate for theft certainly puts you at risk of being sentenced to jail. You need a lawyer familiar with the court and judge...

Is it illegal for a non-violent felon to have an empty fire-arm catridge in possession?

Generally the laws against felons possessing firearms include ammunition, spent or otherwise. It certainly isn't the strongest case, but if you are...

My teen was seen smoking marijuana on the road to the bus stop w/ another boy, was charged w possession, he didn't have on him

Police and school officials do not need parental consent to conduct a search. A person can be charged with possession, even when the marijuana is...

Since I was illegally arrested, should my charges be dropped?

The circumstances you describe were likely sufficient for an arrest. When you put it all together: your behavior--getting into a fight--the place,...

Does Calder v. Bull, 3 U.S. 386 (1798), still have the force of law?

This is an argument that is winding its way through the courts right now. Many us agree with you that new registration requirements are punitive...

More jail Time?

You could do considerable time if you are convicted of stealing 40k+. You need to hire an attorney defend you. The sooner the better.

I need of a strong appellate attorney and someone who can prepare a strong writ for sex abuse crime-wrongful conviction

There are such lawyers. Used the find lawyer tab above to look for appellate attorneys in your area. Make some calls. Set up a few consultations...