No one thinks they’ll be falsely accused of a crime. But it happens, and probably more often than you think. While it’s hard to ascertain a precise figure, according to the 2019 report by the National Registry of Exonerations, the percentage of wrongful convictions is…
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Charged with Petty Theft in Ohio? Our Defense Attorneys Can Help. If you or a loved one have been charged with petty theft in Ohio, you might be wondering what to do next. At Luftman, Heck & Associates, we understand that shoplifting or other petty…
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The rules for legally searching a vehicle are different than if you were stopped on the street. Under the “automobile exception” established by the U.S. Supreme Court, only probable cause is required. Therefore, any property of the owner can be searched in good faith. However,…
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Protests – peaceful and otherwise have broken out across the U.S. in response to many of the political crises that are occurring worldwide, and tensions are incredibly high. At LHA, we want everyone in Columbus and around Franklin County to make sure their voices are…
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The penalties for sex crimes are unique in that offenders frequently must register and report changes in their personal information to law enforcement. This includes their address and employment information to email addresses and phone numbers. Registered sex offenders are then listed in a public…
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Medications can have powerful effects. Oftentimes, people are surprised at how their system reacts to prescription drugs, and they can seriously affect you behind the wheel. If you are pulled over in Ohio, you may wonder how any prescription medications you are taking will affect…
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