We write many articles about Expungement in Ohio, and we have already addressed the change that made true expungement possible in many cases. Before 2023, almost no adult cases could be truly expunged. Many could be sealed - that is, hidden from the public record....
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Ohio’s Recent Changes to Victim’s Rights Laws (Marcy’s Law)
Earlier this year, the Ohio Supreme Court instituted a new law that majorly impacted the way the Ohio legal system approaches victim's rights. One of the biggest changes was that victims now have the ability to hire counsel to represent them in their own cases. In...
DUI and OVI while Underage / Juveniles
As you are probably aware, you have to be 16 to obtain a driver's license, 18 to be considered an adult, and 21 to be considered of legal drinking age. Because these legal ages are all different, OVI is handled differently depending on how old you are. Most drivers...
Common Questions About DUI/OVI in Ohio
Is DUI/OVI in Ohio a Felony? Whether or not a DUI/OVI is a felony depends mainly your previous OVI record. An OVI becomes a felony if you have: 3 or more OVIs in 10 years 5 or more OVIs in 20 years Any felony OVI from any period of time We go into more detail about...
Firearms Restriction with Domestic Violence in Ohio: Updated for 2022
We recently wrote about the changes to gun laws at a federal level and how they impact Domestic Violence charges. However, we have older articles on firearms restrictions with a Domestic Violence conviction in Ohio, and we know that this topic is of great interest to...
Removing Disability and Restoring Gun Rights in Ohio
Gun owner's rights in Ohio have been a hot topic of conversation in Ohio recently. As you can read in our articles about the recent "stand your ground" laws in Ohio, or about the "Constitutional carry" law going into effect in June 2022, there have been some...
Attorney John Fischer Wins Criminal Appeal
Attorney John Fischer was successful in vacating a criminal defendant’s jail sentence in an appeal before the Second Appellate District of the Ohio Court of Appeals. In the case that originated in Miami County Municipal Court, the defendant appeared without counsel,...
Is it possible to fight a speeding ticket?
Many Ohioans might think a speeding ticket is a minor infraction. And while it’s true that Ohio usually considers speeding a minor misdemeanor, the consequences can add up. Penalties for speedingMost people are aware that if you’re caught speeding,...
Minor theft can have major consequences
Petty theft crimes shouldn’t be taken lightly. In fact, committing this crime can result in consequences that are more serious than you might think. What counts as petty theft?Ohio state law classifies any act of stealing property under $1,000 as petty...
Can I refuse to take a chemical test after an OVI arrest?
When you hear the blare of sirens and look up to see flashing police lights in your rearview mirror, it can be a nerve-wracking moment. Winding up in handcuffs, placed under arrest on suspicion of operating a vehicle impaired (OVI), can add to the confusion. There...
