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CRIMINAL LAW
Extensive Criminal Law practice and a complete understanding of the
needs of our clients allows us to represent them aggressively and zealously
in criminal matters, but still be sensitive to the difficult time the
client and their family may be going through. While we always seek
to give our clients the best possible advice on how to handle these
matters, all decisions on how to proceed in a criminal matter
will be made together with the client.
FELONY CASES
We represent clients in Montgomery, Greene, and all surrounding counties
in felony criminal matters. We deal with cases including, but not limited
to:
- Drug possession
- Assault
- Robbery
- Domestic Violence
- Internet crime
- Fraud
- Theft
- Breaking and Entering
- Embezzlement
- DUI/OVI
- Stalking
- Burglary
MISDEMEANOR CASES
Generally found in the local municipal courts, Misdemeanors are crimes
that can carry up to a $1,000.00 fine and no more than 6 months in
jail. The most common misdemeanor charges are:
- DUI/OVI
- Assault
- Menacing
- Criminal
- Damaging
- Drug possession
- DUS
- Theft
- Domestic Violence
- Public Intoxication
- Disorderly Conduct
CRIMINAL LAW FAQ’S
What are “Mandatory Minimums” in a DUI case?
Mandatory minimums are the minimum penalties that you are facing
if you are charged with a first-time DUI. They are: a $250.00 fine,
a 6-month license suspension, 3 days in jail or a 3 day sentence at
an alcohol intervention program and 6 points on your license. If your
blood alcohol level is greater than .17, the penalties are increased.
What is Community Control?
Community Control is the proper term in Ohio criminal cases for
what used to be known as “probation”. It means that rather
than serving a jail sentence, you will be monitored by the Court,
and will be required to meet certain conditions if you wish to avoid
a jail sentence. Receiving a community control sanction will depend
on many factors, including your past record, the severity of the
crime, and the damage to any victims.
Do the Police have to read me my rights?
No. At least not unless they are going to interrogate you. Your best
bet though, is to say nothing, or as little as possible, until you
have consulted with an attorney
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