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

June 21, 2021 | DUI

Being arrested for DUI can be devastating. If you caused an accident while driving under the influence, you could face additional criminal charges and civil penalties. The police officers might not arrest you at the accident scene if they may need more time to complete their investigation. Also, the accident victims may state that they… read more

June 21, 2021 | DUI

Kentucky lawmakers are serious about deterring individuals from drinking and driving. The penalties for a DUI conviction are severe. You could face prison time, high fines, loss of your driving privileges, and be required to install an ignition interlock system. In addition to the above penalties, every person guilty of DUI in Kentucky must attend… read more

June 8, 2021 | DUI

The vast majority of DUI cases in Kentucky do not go to trial. Only about 10 percent of criminal cases go to trial. A smaller percentage of charges are dismissed.  Plea bargains are by far the most common way that DUI cases are resolved in Kentucky. A plea bargain can help you avoid jail time… read more

May 29, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Being arrested for a crime can be a traumatic experience. If you have never been under arrest, you may not know what to do. In this case, ask for a criminal defense lawyer and exercise your right to remain silent.  It is important to mount a solid defense against criminal charges. A conviction will result… read more

May 13, 2021 | Kentucky Law

Kentucky is considered a gun-friendly state by many gun owners. Unlike other states, Kentucky has chosen to leave many of the gun rights afforded by the Second Amendment intact.  It is essential for gun owners to understand Kentucky gun laws. Even though Kentuckians have strong gun rights, some laws restrict gun ownership and use. If… read more

March 24, 2021 | Kentucky Law

After the protests in Louisville related to the police killing of Breonna Taylor, legislators proposed a new law. The law would make it a crime to taunt police officers in Kentucky.  Senate Bill 211 recently passed the Senate by a vote of 22 to 11. It is now waiting for the House to take up… read more

March 10, 2021 | Ohio Law

It is the responsibility of every citizen to know, understand, and obey the laws in the area they live. This is especially true when it comes to driving—where ordinary people operate 5000-pound vehicles traveling at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour and possibly even higher.  In the state of Ohio, there are dozens… read more

February 17, 2021 | Property Violations

Recreational vehicles (RVs) and campers are an American tradition and an increasingly common and popular way for people to travel around and see the country. No other country boasts a camping and RV infrastructure on par with the United States. And while RVing has been a hobby for many for a long time, more and… read more