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The Ohio Constitution vests the power to pardon in the Governor, who may grant pardons for any criminal conviction except treason or impeachment. The Governor generally considers only the applications for pardon that are forwarded to him by the Ohio Board of Pardons, which is…
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In 2022, Ohio enacted new concealed handgun laws. Now that Ohio is a “permitless carry” state for handguns, you should know what this means legally so you are not in violation and exposed to potential charges. New Ohio Concealed Carry Gun Laws In June 2022,…
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Ohio takes the crime of selling drugs seriously. Yet if you are found to offer, sell, or distribute drugs close to a school or kids, then the offense is treated even more harshly. If you have been charged with selling drugs to or near minors…
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On April 17, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down it’s ruling regarding Missouri v. McNeely, that conducting warrantless searches for blood tests of drunk driving suspects is unconstitutional. What the Supreme Court Decided The ruling indicated that, under most circumstances, law enforcement must try to…
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Interacting with the police is not usually an experience people seek. It is intimidating to speak with a law enforcement officer even when you have done nothing wrong. You have rights and responsibilities when you interact with the police, whether it’s voluntarily or involuntarily. Knowing…
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Franklin County has around 100,000 outstanding arrest warrants at any given time. You may even be asking yourself, “are any warrants out for my arrest?” How to Find Out if You Have a Warrant in Franklin County? An arrest warrant may have been issued against you…
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