Discussing the facts of this case on-line -- and possibly making admissions within this electronic forum is a risky thing to do. Any criminal...

I pressed domestic violence charges against my boyfriend. If I drop the charges, will that reduce his sentence?

Despite the common use of the term "dropping the charges," it really has no legal meaning. A domestic violence case -- like all criminal cases --...

If it is a spring-loaded knife, it is mostly likely illegal. This is from the Ohio Revised Code section 2923.13 (J) “Ballistic knife” means a...

You can file an appeal while on probation, but there is still a 30 day deadline for the notice of appeal. Your attorney could also file a motion...

I have been discharged from parole in califorina can i leave the country now

You should find an attorney licensed in California to review this with you. Ohio's laws regarding parole, probation, and post-release control may...

Can a case be dropped on both codefendants even if one doesn't show!?

Not sure what you mean by "dropped." Is this a criminal case? A civil case? Was there a counterclaim? Criminal and civil cases can end in a...

Judge suspended sentence of convicted vehicular manslaughter, is there anything the family can do?

You have no standing to appeal the sentence. The State of Ohio is the plant, not the victim, which seems unfair but that's how criminal law works....

My boyfriend was arrested for DV. The fight was mutual and I don't feel him getting arrested was right, how do I get him out?

He needs an attorney. Misdemeanor domestic violence is a serious charge which can affect a person's reputation, career, and future. Talking about...

As a term of probation, it is normal for a judge to prohibit ALL illegal drug use. A probation officer will not say "we will only test you for...

It sounds like you have prevailed at every level. You should be applying for jobs continually. Since you obtained unemployment benefits, it means...