October 27, 2021 | Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence cases often involve star-crossed lovers that get each other in trouble then immediately regret it. Because of this, defense lawyers often hear “but she doesn’t want to press charges.” This is good to hear since it can influence what a prosecutor does, but it is not a home run like defendants often think…. read more
September 24, 2021 | Police Misconduct
Cops in Cincinnati, Ohio, do many illegal things. An illegal police action could be a violation of a statute or, more frequently, a violation of the United States Constitution. Courts have interpreted the meaning of the constitution and Bill of Rights since they were written. These court opinions (called case law) have the force of… read more
August 26, 2021 | DUI
Many people use the terms DWI and DUI interchangeably. However, these terms often have different meanings, depending on the state. For example, perhaps you’ve been arrested for a DUI in Cincinnati, Ohio. You may have questions about whether this is different from being arrested for a DWI. A qualified DUI attorney can help you avoid… read more
August 25, 2021 | Gun Laws
Kentucky is among the most gun-friendly states in the nation. For many Kentuckians, guns are an element of the Commonwealth’s culture. However, no state is entirely without its gun laws and regulations. To avoid a weapons charge, it’s important that you be familiar with Kentucky’s gun laws. This overview provides essential information on the topic…. read more
August 4, 2021 | Criminal Defense
Most people won’t need to hire a lawyer during their lifetime. Those that do may only hire a lawyer for a single, isolated legal problem. In most cases, a client has no way to determine whether the lawyer has done a good or bad job. In criminal defense law, choosing a bad defense lawyer has… read more
August 3, 2021 | Criminal Defense
When you’re facing criminal charges, you may feel helpless against the power of the government. You may even feel like no one is on your side. A criminal defense lawyer serves as your advisor, representative, and advocate while you fight criminal charges. This trusted relationship requires careful consideration. Most criminal defense lawyers offer a free… read more
July 29, 2021 | Ohio Law
Slowly but surely, governments across the country are decriminalizing recreational marijuana. In Ohio, the cities of Cincinnati, Columbus, Cleveland, Dayton, and Toledo – as well as dozens of others – have voted to drop or significantly reduce penalties associated with possession of small amounts of the controversial drug. Now the issue is set to take… read more
July 16, 2021 | DUI
You may plead guilty or not guilty if you are charged with a first-time DUI offense in Cincinnati. You may also choose to represent yourself or hire a DUI defense lawyer. You should strongly consider consulting a DUI attorney before deciding to represent yourself in a criminal matter. The judge may not go lightly, even… read more
July 2, 2021 | DUI
If you have recently been charged with a DUI or DWI, you may have been ordered to have an ignition interlock device like Smart Start installed in your vehicle. You may have some questions about what this device actually is and how it is installed in vehicles. The Basics of an Ignition Interlock An ignition… read more
June 30, 2021 | DUI
Unconstitutional DUI stops in Northern Kentucky can occur in one of two ways. A police officer may pull you over without reasonable suspicion or probable cause. The second type of unconstitutional stop might occur at a DUI checkpoint. If you believe that your DUI stop violated your constitutional rights, you need a DUI defense lawyer… read more
