Felonies do not override lesser charges. There are usually two judges, common pleas and municipal, with two separate sentences for what you were found guilty. Sentences can be run concurrent or consecutive depending on the judge and facts. If the cases are related you have a shot of getting the... Read more »

Trespassed from? Do you mean Stay Away order? If it’s the latter, yes it is trespassing, as the judges sheet will have a determined amount of distance you must keep from said store. Even if not, once you touch the door you are trespassing

Yes. Obstruction of Official Business is what I assume you’re charged with. At the time you committed the crime, the case was not resolved. Your statement was part of what the police relied on as evidence of DV. By lying to the police, you obstructed their investigation. Therefore your charge... Read more »

Yes. Anyone charged with a crime that posts bail will be released regardless of co-defendants ability to post bail.

As long as you weren’t found guilty of domestic violence, you’re good. It has to be a misdemeanor of violation to prevent purchase. If you’re steaming about her charges, I’d hold off on buying a gun.

Treatment is an option, if you qualify, as opposed to jail. It depends on your facts. First, you must plead guilty for the court to sentence you. The court can’t force you into treatment. Discuss your options with your attorney.

Not going to be thrown out. You need to an attorney to review for your case. Inventory search is valid when towing, which was legal due to your suspension. Knowledge of drugs and paraphernalia is not required to charge you. I recommend hiring an attorney for any possible motion to suppress issues,... Read more »

Senate Bill 215 enacted 6/13/22 allows for "permitless" ccw. There are restrictions and I advise you to research under ORC 2923.12 to make sure you qualify. Your issue may fall under the civil liability section if someone questioned you. There are also restrictions on the types of... Read more »

First of all, he is facing multiple DUI's, which, if occurred within 10 years of each other raises the penalties significantly. Then, the DUS, which is a blatant disregard of the law under DUI suspension is an M1 which carries a possible 180 days. Make sure he has insurance. The plates are... Read more »

If your nephew isn't married to the mother, he must have signed the birth certificate or had an DNA test to establish paternity in order to have standing for a custody issue. Children Services is already involved, and has returned the children to mom. As mother, she is the rightful custodian... Read more »

If you have a public defender, you have the right to ask the judge for a new attorney. If the judge feels that you are not being represented by your current attorney, they will usually appoint new counsel.

You can file for a temporary protective order stating that you are being threatened and fear for your well being from social media posts. Print them out, head to the courthouse.

You can file for an emergency custody order. Generally, your motion has to state the child is in imminent danger.

That is a question for your probation officer.

Yes if you were subpoenaed. Some judges work on DV’s at pre trial.

Yes. If the parts are for an illegal firearm such as an uzi that fires multiple rounds with one trigger squeeze, there may be an issue.

Otherwise, no gun permit is needed in Ohio.

A prosecutor may bring prior convictions of dishonesty, such as fraud, or any felonies. Disorderly consumer does not fall within these, and is what you were convicted of.

Yes. Anything in the vehicle is chargeable to everyone in the vehicle.

Always be represented when your freedom is at risk. There are possible favorable resolutions to your case if there are constitutional issues.

Where you serve your sentence is determined by the correctional facility.