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answered on Sep 13, 2023
Yes, you have the right to represent yourself in court, including in cases involving protection orders in Ohio. This is known as representing yourself "pro se." However, it's important to be aware that legal proceedings, especially those involving protection orders, can be complex,... View More 
What's the law that prevents this?
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answered on Aug 29, 2023
In Ohio, you generally cannot file for a restraining order on behalf of another adult because the law requires the person seeking the restraining order to be the victim or the person in need of protection. The law aims to respect individual autonomy and prevent abuse of the legal process. This... View More
My son was arrested May 5, 2023 bonded him the next morning after court. Informed us that he had to return to court on May 12. Went to court and after sitting in the waiting area informed that he didn't have to come and he would get a new court date via mail. As of today 8/23/2023 no court... View More
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answered on Aug 23, 2023
In Ohio, the rules regarding the timeline for providing discovery, which includes evidence and information related to a criminal case, can vary based on the specific court rules and local practices. Generally, the prosecution is required to provide discovery to the defense in a timely manner to... View More
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answered on Aug 3, 2023
If someone is being held on two CPC cases by a magistrate but was ordered release, it suggests that the person was involved in two separate child protection cases, possibly as a parent or guardian of the child. The magistrate, after reviewing the cases, may have ordered the person's release,... View More
Tearing down her electric lines. She came to me today demanding that I help her with the “expenses” of having it repaired and get the tree cut back away from her house. Am I responsible? I told her I thought that her first call should be to the electric company for repairs (I’ve never had... View More
answered on Jul 28, 2023
My guess is that your question is whether you are liable for the damages. Like most things in law, the answer is "it depends". Has your neighbor complained to you about the tree or the branches? In order to establish that you were unreasonable or breaching a duty of care to the... View More
I'm no longer on probation
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answered on Jul 18, 2023
When it comes to gun ownership and possession, federal and state laws play a significant role. In Ohio, individuals with certain felony convictions are generally prohibited from owning or possessing firearms. However, the specifics can vary depending on the circumstances and the nature of the... View More
My ex forged my name on my deed signing over my house to him. Had his notary friend notarize it without my permission or presence. Now he’s threatening to evict me and idk what to do after I file a police report. We were never married if that helps.
answered on Jul 18, 2023
I recommend that you record an affidavit of facts regarding the title of the home, then file a an action to quiet title, on the property and fraud against your ex and the notary, You can also report the forgery to the police, but you will still need to file the civil actions to remove the cloud... View More
My ex forged my name on my deed signing over my house to him. Had his notary friend notarize it without my permission or presence. Now he’s threatening to evict me and idk what to do after I file a police report. We were never married if that helps.
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answered on Jul 17, 2023
If someone has forged your name on a deed and illegally transferred your property, it's important to act quickly. Gather evidence of the forgery and preserve all relevant documents and communication records. Notify the involved parties, express your objection to the transfer.
My ex forged my name on my deed signing over my house to him. Had his notary friend notarize it without my permission or presence. Now he’s threatening to evict me and idk what to do after I file a police report. We were never married if that helps.
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answered on Jul 17, 2023
Ejectment, Quiet Title, Reformation of Deed are all causes of actions that need to be filed soon. A title search needs to be done first, then your lawyer needs to draft suit. When filed a Notice Lis Pendens needs to be issued then recorded. Suit against the Notary is a quick, easy claim on... View More
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answered on Jul 10, 2023
A criminal case can be settled pre-indictment through plea negotiations or participation in pretrial diversion programs, where the defendant may plead guilty to reduced charges or complete certain requirements to have the charges dismissed. The specific options and process will depend on the... View More
answered on Jun 15, 2023
Yes, as long as the procedures are followed for an out of state subpoena. 43 states are part of a program that follow the procedures for out of state service of subpoenas. I believe that Ohio and West Virginia are part of that program.
I would check with an attorney to determine if the... View More
My friend was in jail waiting for her sentencing hearing that was scheduled for June 26th. She called me yesterday saying they woke her up in the morning and brought her to court for sentencing on June 1st. 25 days early with no notification. It wasn’t changed on the court docket until May 31st.... View More
answered on Jun 2, 2023
The court is empowered to sentence a defendant immediately following a conviction. If you plead guilty, the judge tells you that as part of the conversation you have before the plea to ensure you know what you are doing. But they usually don't sentence immediately in Cuyahoga County Common... View More
I am 18 and live with my dad. I have started mowing yards in my neighborhood and I’ve been using my dads mower. He didn’t care that I’ve been using it or wanted to. My siblings went somewhere without asking while he was working and I didn’t know and when my dad found out he told me I... View More
answered on May 13, 2023
Your father can file an Unauthorized Use of Property Charge or Theft charge against you if he gave you specific instructions not to use or possess the lawnmower. Unauthorized Use of Property or Theft are criminal offense(s) which can be misdemeanor or felony classification offenses based on the... View More
I am 18 and live with my dad. I have started mowing yards in my neighborhood and I’ve been using my dads mower. He didn’t care that I’ve been using it or wanted to. My siblings went somewhere without asking while he was working and I didn’t know and when my dad found out he told me I... View More
answered on May 13, 2023
As an 18 year old adult, or anyone of any age, for that matter, I would suggest that you not take the mower. As I understand it, he has told you that you are no longer welcome to it; taking it without his consent could be problematic for you. I would just speak to the owner of the yard and... View More
answered on May 12, 2023
This is a Designation allowed under Ohio Criminal Rule 16(C), which states as follows:
"(C) Prosecuting attorney’s designation of “counsel only” materials. The prosecuting attorney may designate any material subject to disclosure under this rule as “counsel only” by stamping... View More
I was pulled over on the freeway by a motorcycle patrolman. He was standing on the side of the freeway using his laser gun. I have on dash cam recording two vehicles passing him by as he supposedly caught me doing 75 in a 65 is there a reasonable doubt that he Could have been affected by the wind... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2023
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled in a 2020 decision (Rodojev decision)that an expert is not required to be in court to testify about how laser speed detection units/guns work. The results of the speed laser detection unit on the speed of the motorist are admissible without the testimony of an expert... View More
Hi my name is Tiffany I am currently on probation for a covaence felony 3 charge I am going to court for my 2nd violation I have been to lots of programs on this charge already I have a job and been paying my fines I was supposed to get off probation this month but I messed up my job wrote me a... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2023
I believe you have done well by being clean, paying your fines and obtaining a job. But, it is concerning that this is a second violation. I am not sure you how you messed up, but the judge can: continue/extend your probation; terminate probation; or send you to jail. Since this is a second... View More
I was driving a friends car and got pulled over, they found narcotics in a jacket not belonging to me. In my hoodie I had $6800 still in the key bank envelope from where I had sold my home, I have paperwork from the house selling and bank statements from where they had just cashed a payment. I have... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2023
If you are not charged, they should not keep your money. You may have to file a replevin (return of property) action to get the money back. However, it is possible that they are still contemplating charges. So,I would gather whatever information you have, bank statements and the like, to show... View More
Since the prosecutor couldn't get a felony indictment he went for misdemeanors instead and I was indicted. Why bother with it if you couldn't get the felony indictment.
answered on Apr 9, 2023
Prosecutor’s have wide discretion and latitude whether there is sufficient evidence to present to a grand jury to meet the probable cause threshold for a criminal charge to be filed. In Franklin County felony criminal charges are filed through the grand jury process. Misdemeanor charges in... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2023
Yes. Your Attorney is required to provide you any discovery he/she receives from the Prosecutor under Criminal Rule 16 of the Ohio Rules of Criminal Procedure which govern the discovery process. Under the rule you and your Attorney are entitled to any evidence the prosecution has which is the basis... View More
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