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When you see flashing blue lights in your rearview mirror, your mind immediately races to the consequences of a DUI. While a DUI/OVI in Columbus, Ohio, is serious and comes with hefty penalties like jail and license suspension. It’s also a lot more than an…
If you’ve recently been charged with driving under the influence in Ohio, you may wonder if there’s any hope to defend yourself. After all, isn’t an OVI test result final? Despite what the officer told you on the side of the road or at the…
Operating a Vehicle under the Influence (OVI) is a grave offense in Ohio. It endangers other drivers. If you’re convicted, you’ll face grim, long-term legal consequences. Like many states, Ohio imposes harsh penalties on drunk drivers. With everything we know about alcohol addiction and substance…
Everyone has the right to protect themselves, but there is a fine line between self-defense and assault in the eyes of the law. Whether or not you can claim self-defense against an assault charge in Ohio depends on the circumstances of your case. You likely…
Whether you’re a resident of Columbus, Ohio, or the surrounding suburbs – such as Upper Arlington, Dublin, Westerville, or Grove City – finding yourself in handcuffs can be a bewildering experience. From understanding your rights to knowing where you’ll be taken and even the value…
If you are arrested and charged with a felony in Franklin County, Ohio, you will attend a preliminary hearing in a local municipal court. A preliminary hearing takes place before the actual trial, allowing you to learn more about your charges, the evidence against you,…