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As of April 2023, Ohio classifies strangulation as a felony offense under Ohio Revised Code § 2903.18. The law makes it a crime to knowingly impede another person’s breathing or blood circulation by applying pressure to the neck or throat, or by covering the nose…
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A lapse in judgment or a one-time mistake can have lifelong repercussions, particularly in theft cases. Shoplifting, for instance, is a first-degree misdemeanor in Ohio and carries a possible jail sentence of up to 180 days. While going to jail for a first offense is…
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Consequences of Refusing a DUI / OVI Chemical Test in Ohio Refusing a chemical test at an OVI arrest in Ohio is a more complicated decision than most defendants realize. The Administrative License Suspension that follows refusal is longer than the suspension for failing the…
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June 18th, 2025
When your freedom is at stake, Ohio law requires prosecutors to prove every element of the charge beyond a reasonable doubt. This is the highest burden of proof in the American justice system. If the judge or jury has any logical, fact‑based uncertainty after reviewing…
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You probably know that the Fourth Amendment protects you against unreasonable searches and seizures, but few people fully understand what is meant by “unreasonable.” Generally, this means that police are required to have probable cause before searching. So how does law enforcement show probable cause?…
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If you are charged with a Columbus, Ohio gun crime, you are probably aware of how complicated these cases can become. There are very specific definitions involving unlawful possession, usage, and related firearm offenses. Also, depending on the details, felony or misdemeanor charges may apply….
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