Yes, you need an attorney. These cases are serious and heavily fact-dependent (age of child, weather outside, was car visible from store, etc.) I...

Can I get a Misdemeanor 1 Theft dismissed, or have it concealed from my record?

This is really a matter that depends on the local court. Most courts that I frequent in SW Ohio do have a diversion program for eligible offenders....

Was caught with items worth less than 10 dollars at a local Wal-Mart and am being charged with petty theft in the first degree

Yes, you should contact a local attorney. A theft offense (as an adult) can be punished by up to 180 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. Additionally,...

I have warrant for my arrest and pregant dude in a couple off weeks

You should contact an attorney to discuss the nature of the criminal charge. In Hamilton County, an attorney is often able to get a person recited...

Yes, it is possible as what you describe constitutes theft (obtaining goods or services without paying). Theft regardless of how little the amount...

If they put a gun that wasn't used in a crime on your indictment. can the charges be thrown out?

You are giving way too much detail here. You need to be talking with a local attorney who can assist you. The evidentiary issues of ballistic...

In Ohio does a criminal inf have to testify in a hearing and can they reverse there original statement against you

The use of confidential informants in court can be complicated. Sometimes their statement is just used to constitute probable cause for a search...

Caught Shoplifting HELP!

Theft is a misdemeanor of the first degree, which can be punished by 180 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. However, as a first-time offender, it is...

How do I go about getting my money back? What is an acceptable way to prove it's mine?

You should be prepared for the filing of a forfeiture petition. Obtain an attorney who can fight these and who will respond in a timely fashion....

If a person appeals to the Sipreme Court does the sentencing judge have jurisdiction to still impose the sentence.

If this is a state (not federal) criminal conviction, all appeals go to the intermediate appellate court not the Ohio Supreme Court. Whether the...