Will I go to jail for 2nd offense misdemeanor?

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First time petty theft

Even at $10, this is a first degree misdemeanor carrying potential penalties of 180 days in jail and $1,000 in fines. A theft offense can also have...

If the car is equipped with a dash cam, the video can usually be recovered and used to determine the accuracy of the police report. DUI cases carry...

I need a lawyer for a probation violations I failed my drug test

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Yes. In Ohio there are no self-help evictions on residential properties. If there has been a breach of the conditions of the lease (whether written...

In responding to a complaint, the defendant must admit the allegation, deny the allegation, or deny the allegation for lack of knowledge. The civil...

My record was expunged. I recently went for my fingerprints for a job and my conviction came up. What should I do?

Unfortunately, there is not enough information here to give you solid guidance, but I will provide you with a few options. (1) Depending on the...

What should I do if I got caught shoplifting less than $50 of merchandise?

You should stop admitting guilt on a public forum and hire a lawyer to defend you immediately. Theft is a serious offense that can follow you...

Tomorrow my 3 days to leave my rental expires. I literally have nowhere to go. How much time do I have left?

It sounds as though your landlord posted a 3-day notice. If you have not vacated, an eviction action will be started against you in the local...

How long does a landlord have to fix an issue with a furnished appliance in Ohio?

Typically, a landlord has a "reasonable period" to repair such items. 30 days is presumed reasonable unless there is a reason for the court to...