7 Things NOT To Do After Getting Pulled Over For DUI Or OVI
No one is planning to get a DUI or OVI, but if you get pulled over after you’ve been drinking, you may find yourself facing an unpleasant and intimidating situation....
How A Domestic Violence Case Impacts Your Child Custody Case
A child custody case involving domestic violence is one of the most difficult times in a parent’s life whether you’re the accused and facing charges or someone fighting for custody....
Civil Injury Cases vs. Criminal Cases: What Happens After an Assault?
Assault can lead to two criminal charge routes: civil lawsuit or criminal charges. Criminal cases are more serious and involve the state, while civil injury cases are in control of...
What Happens With My VA Benefits If I Go To Jail?
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has the authority to lower or terminate your VA benefits, although termination occurs very rarely. If you’re a veteran receiving VA benefits, there may...
Can I be Sued For A DUI Accident That Caused An Injury?
Driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs significantly increases your chances of getting into an accident. In severe cases, these injuries can last a lifetime. Accident victims may...
You Have The Right To Remain Silent: Understanding Your Miranda Rights
If you watch enough crime dramas, you’ve probably noticed a Miranda scene in most episodes. A police officer reads the suspect his rights, telling him he has the right to...
OVI and DUI Defense Strategies: Protect Your Future
Being charged with an OVI or DUI is a serious offense that should never be taken lightly. If you have been arrested on OVI or DUI charges, it is essential...
Domestic Violence Arrest? What Happens Now?
A domestic violence arrest is not something to be taken lightly, regardless of whether you are innocent. A domestic violence arrest can lead to a conviction, which will have serious...
What You Need To Know About Your Interlock Device Removal
In the aftermath of an OVI/DUI charge, an interlock device allows people to continue the most important aspects of their lives. As an alternative to complete driving license suspension, individuals...
Is It Really Possible To Get a DUI on a Bike?
Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is never a good idea. Deciding to drive while under the influence not only puts you in a vulnerable position but...
OVI vs DUI: Understanding Ohio’s Drunk Driving Laws
Whether you live in Ohio or you’re just driving through, you must comply with the state’s stringent drug and alcohol driving laws. Like all other states, Ohio structures its laws...
Civil Rights Demonstrations and Knowing Your Rights
As communities come together to speak out against racial injustices in our society, more and more people are finding themselves interacting with law enforcement.
Attorney Robert Botnick’s Response to the George Floyd Protests
For the past week, I have watched in awe, fear, admiration, and frustration at the demonstrations and ensuing chaos that have filled our airwaves and news feeds of people from...
Before Heading Back to the Bars…
Another night of drinking at home definitely beats spending 3 nights in jail. Police will be on the look out for drunk drivers once the restaurants and bars reopen in...
Can I Ever Have My Driving Record Sealed?
Perhaps in the past you had a bit of a lead foot. Maybe the court had a warrant out for your arrest because you failed to show up for a...
Civil Penalties for a Criminal Offense
On a regular basis I will have a client contact me after he or she has been charged with a theft offense that they just received a letter in the...
The Fear of Driving Under Suspension
Recently I was in court with a client who is facing a Driving Under Suspension (DUS) charge. For the past few weeks now he has been working to clear up...
Putting the Brakes on Traffic Cameras
Last week in Hamilton County, Judge Robert Ruehlman ruled that the traffic cameras installed in the village of Elmwood Place (Pop. 2188) run afoul under the law. He ultimately determined...
When Can I File for Judicial Release?
This is a question I hear from my clients, their families, and folks I come across in the area’s courts and jails. First off, what exactly is Judicial Release? Also...
Keeping Juveniles In Juvenile Court with HB 86
Last year when the Ohio House of Representatives passed HB 86, it brought about a number of changes to the courts. A major component of HB 86 was how it...