Anyone below the age of eighteen is considered a juvenile. If you have reached the age of eighteen already, you may remember how certain things changed as you legally became an adult. Even if you have been in Juvenile Court as a juvenile, you may or may not have...
Juvenile Defense
Is juvenile diversion an option as part of criminal defense?
For parents in Ohio whose child has gotten into some form of trouble with the law, the concept of juvenile justice will come to the forefront. It could be a drug charge, driving under the influence, a physical altercation or something more severe. Regardless of the...
Expungement and Sealing of Juvenile Records in Ohio
After conviction, many people seek to have their records sealed or expunged. Sealing and Expunging are processes that remove your record from public view.For help or with questions getting started on sealing or expunging your Ohio juvenile record call our greater...
Teen Driving in Ohio: What you need to know before your teen gets behind the wheel.
Parents have a lot of questions when their teen reaches driving age. While many things about seeing your child get behind the wheel for the first time may be fraught with worries and complications, educating yourself about teen driving law can help to ease your mind....
Drug Searches Expected with K-9 Unit for Lebanon Schools in Warren County Ohio
How Does the Use of a K-9 Detection Dog Affect Your Rights Regarding Search and Seizure Protections in Ohio law? Jim Dearie explains. Our local Lebanon Schools have brought on a new partner in their effort to keep the schools safe and free from drugs. In a joint...
Why do juveniles confess to crimes they didn’t commit?
Whether due to police tactics or a child's state of mind, ample evidence has shown that juveniles are more likely to make false confession compared to adults. In fact, according to the National Registry of Exonerations' study, 38 percent of juveniles who were later...
