Category: Criminal Defense Ohio
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Knowing your rights is critical anytime you interact with authorities, because it may help protect you and potentially prevent you from facing criminal charges. Your rights differ to some degree based on whether authorities stop you in your car, stop you while out in public or come to your home. So, it is important that…
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Operating a vehicle impaired, or OVI, results in mandatory jail time in Ohio for the first and subsequent convictions. Offenders are also subject to license suspension and costly fines. Before facing a court date for OVI in Ohio, learn more about the potential penalties that you may receive. Low test OVI Drivers who have measured blood…
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Ohio Lawyers for Gun Rights and Firearms Defense Call Dearie, Fischer & Mathews today for defense against weapons charges in Ohio. Your Ohio Lawyers for Gun Rights and Firearms Defense. Lebanon/Cincinnati: office — Beavercreek/Dayton:our office How Can a Lawyer Help With My Weapons Charges? Here are some case studies, just to give you some examples…
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Having a domestic violence charge or conviction on your record can be a major inconvenience even many years after the incident has passed. In addition to the jail or prison time that can be levied, domestic violence convictions can also carry long term blocks on your gun rights, as well as social consequences, such as difficulty…
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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 theft. This could include stealing someone’s personal property, shoplifting or committing a “dine-and-dash.” How…
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PLEASE NOTE: The expungement laws in Ohio have changed again! Most recently in October of 2023. We will have updated information on our website shortly. At Dearie, Fischer & Martinson, LLC, we know that good people make mistakes, which can sometimes land them in Court and even in jail or prison. Unfortunately, even after you…
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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 might be so many thoughts running through your mind…
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Can minors purchase or own firearms? What are the penalties for Improperly Furnishing Firearms to a Minor? Responsible gun owners are often very enthusiastic about about helping youth to learn the safe and proper use of firearms. Failure to follow the laws around furnishing weapons to minors could result in serious fines and even a jail…
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Ohio has relatively broad laws permitting firearms as compared to other states. As with any dangerous tool, however, ownership of a firearm comes with rules and responsibilities for the owner. One of which, as with motor vehicles, is the imperative that you not use your weapon while intoxicated. Penalties for using firearms while intoxicated Using…
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What are the penalties for Teen Sexting in Ohio? Penalties for teen sexting in Ohio are no joke. Before deciding to engage in sexting, make sure you understand these legal facts: You are aware of some of the risks cell phones and their apps may pose to your children, but make sure you are also…