In a criminal case, the two parties are the state and the accused, and thus it is the state who decides whether to bring the case or not. Often the...

Generally, where a journal entry is different from what the judge pronounced in open court, the pronouncement in open court will take precedence...

In Ohio, an OVI is an arrestable offense, but the decision whether to arrest is within the discretion of the citing officer. The officer has the...

Can I get two (2) misdemeanors of the 1st degree on different offenses expunged under new ohio law

Mr. Mayo is correct that an aggravated menacing under R.C. 2903.21 is an offense of violence, and thus ineligible for sealing the record. Our firm...

How Can I Beat A M4 And M1

The previous answers are correct about contacting an attorney, but since you asked how to "beat" the case I will elaborate on the law. The main...

How long can you get for 2nd degree felony. I stole something from a store. Security tried to stop me from behind I fought

Attorney Frey correctly identified the statutory possibilities for a 2nd degree Felony in Ohio as 2-8 years, and is correct that probation or...

Seeking 28 USC 2255 Lawyer

I am an attorney with experience in 2255 matters. I am just resolving a case as we speak in the Federal Court of Maryland in which an inmate was...

What are the odds of a 19-year-old with no criminal record going to jail for first time theft offense (Youngstown, OHIO)?

I know this is echoing what others have answered, but it bares repeating. DO NOT PLEAD GUILTY! Retain an attorney, or ask the court for an attorney...