In Ohio, like every other state the difference between a state and federal crime is whether you have broken a state of Federal law. If you broke a federal law, then you have committed a Federal offense. Common examples of federal crimes Tax Crimes: Including tax evasion, fraud, and public corruption. Violent crimes: Including kidnappings, child [...]
I have seen a number of people charged with Domestic Violence who have already entered guilty pleas in their case. They didn't think it was a big deal. It is. Domestic Violence is a serious issue in our society. Many times these instances should never have been brought to court. In these cases, there is [...]
People are injured and killed by drunk drivers every day. According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving, almost 13,000 people were killed in 2007 in alcohol-related crashes. Countless other people suffered serious injuries in automobile accidents caused by drunk drivers. Given the death and destruction that is caused due to alcohol related negligence each year, many [...]
The Wiretap Act is a federal law that is aimed at protecting your privacy in your communications with other persons. Usually,when you think of a "wiretap," the first thing that comes to mind is someone listening to your telephone calls. But, the Act protects more than that. Under the Act, it is illegal to: Intentionally, or [...]
In Ohio, even if a police officer does not have a reasonable suspicion that criminal activity is afoot, he may approach and make contact with a citizen. This type of encounter is referred to as a "voluntary contact." If an officer suspects criminal activity, he may ask for identifying information–this consists of your name, birthdate, [...]