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According to the Ohio Highway Patrol, there were 206 fatal crashes in Franklin County related to alcohol use in 2022. As you can imagine, local law enforcement agencies are working to lower that number. It doesn’t matter to law enforcement if you had too many…
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Ohio has spoken – recreational marijuana is now legal. On November 7, 2023, voters overwhelmingly approved Issue 2, a ballot measure that legalizes the possession, use, and cultivation of adult-use cannabis. This marks a significant shift in Ohio’s approach to marijuana policy, aligning the Buckeye…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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In Ohio, you can be charged with a theft crime even if you were not the person who stole it. For example, receiving stolen property can result in severe penalties like incarceration, fines, and hassle. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize how serious receiving stolen property…
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