Can a 17 year old date a 20 year old?

The age of consent in Ohio for purposes of sexual contact/conduct is 16; therefore, it would not be a sexual offense. The exception is if he is...

Will a charge of criminal tools be dismissed if they do not have my phone?

It would be much easier to prove if the police had your phone in their possession; however, it is not impossible. Circumstantial evidence can be...

Your husband's lawyer can file a motion for a bond review, requesting that his bond be reduced so that he can get his affairs in order before...

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I was caught stealing at kohls, i'm 17, and i have to go to court for it. what would happen to me?

You may be eligible for a diversion program. If not, an attorney may be able to negotiate a plea to a lesser charge, such as Unauthorized Use of...

How long do you have to file a DV charge on someone after they hit you?

The statute of limitations for a misdemeanor, other than a minor misdemeanor, is 2 years, while a felony is 6 years. It seems unlikely that...

I want to plead not guilty .... but what if i plead no contest do i still get the 2 points?

I agree with the previous answer. The only way to avoid the 2 points is to win at trial or negotiate a plea to a lesser charge. You will need an...

Most likely you will not go to jail on the date of your arraignment, assuming there are no warrants for your arrest in other cases. Because of the...

First offense am i facing jail time?

I agree with the previous answers. Since this is your first offense, it appears that you would be eligible for intervention in lieu of conviction...

If you are subpoenaed, then you are required to appear and testify. If you have concerns about seeing the defendant in court, you should contact...

Im on prc can I go to jail for an ovi

I agree with the previous answers. Committing a new criminal offense would definitely violate your PRC and can result in re-incarceration. You...