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Ohio Petty Theft and Other Theft Laws

Under Ohio law, theft is committed through the unauthorized taking of property, when the offender acts with the intent to ...

Ohio Misdemeanor Crimes by Class & Sentences

The state of Ohio categorizes misdemeanors into five classes: first, second, third, and fourth degree, as well as minor misdemeanors. ...

Robbery in Ohio

When you are accused of a crime like robbery, you stand to lose your freedom and a whole lot more. ...

Disorderly Conduct; Punishment; Part 2

PUNISHMENT Disorderly conduct is a minor misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $150. Aggravated disorderly conduct or disturbing ...

Disorderly Conduct in Ohio; Part 1

Ohio has a number of different laws that prohibit and criminalize a variety of trivial but obnoxious behavior. Examples of ...

Domestic Violence, Stalking or Sexual Assault : Criminal Domestic Violence

A first conviction of domestic violence for an act of physical violence or attempted physical violence is a misdemeanor of ...

Assault & Battery

Under Ohio law, you don’t have to try to assault someone to face criminal charges. Yes, there is a criminal ...

Black Wednesday

Thanksgiving Eve has developed over the years to have the reputation of one of the largest drinking days of the ...

Drug Trafficking: Serious Consequences

Individuals charged with drug trafficking in Ohio face severe penalties if they are convicted. The penalties may include fines, forfeiture ...

Have You Been Accused of a Crime?

Although the criminal process is similar throughout the country, some slight differences exist in each state. Here’s a general look ...

OVI Field Sobriety Tests

If the driver seems impaired due any of the above reasons, the officer will ask the driver to exit the ...

What signs of insobriety do police look for after stopping a citizen on the roadside?

The following list of clues indicate what police look for when trying to establish whether the driver being observed is ...

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