Criminal Defense

Why is it Vital to Factor Any Previous Convictions Into a Comprehensive Defense Strategy? Prior convictions can influence various aspects of the legal process, from investigation to sentencing, and understanding these implications is crucial for developing effective defense strategies. Prosecutors often take a more aggressive stance when dealing with defendants who have prior convictions. The… Read more: Mitigating the Impact of Prior Convictions on Current Criminal Charges

How Can Digital Evidence Support a Strong Criminal Defense Case? Digital evidence has rapidly become an integral component of defense strategies in criminal cases in Ohio. As technology has permeated all aspects of our modern lives, the extent of our digital footprints has expanded, providing both opportunities and challenges in legal proceedings. When handled skillfully,… Read more: The Role of Digital Evidence in Criminal Defense: From Texts to Social Media

Plea Bargains: How They Work and What to Know Before You Accept One When you’re arrested and charged with a crime, you have to enter a plea for the charges. In most cases, a defense attorney will recommend pleading not guilty at your arraignment. This gives you some time to consider your options and for… Read more: Navigating the Plea Bargain Process in Ohio Criminal Cases: What You Need to Know

In today’s complex world, the issue of balancing security and civil liberties has become a paramount concern. This delicate balance is particularly evident when it comes to federal crimes, where the constitutional implications come into play. Striking the right equilibrium between protecting the nation and safeguarding individual rights is a challenge that requires careful consideration. Security… Read more: The Constitutional Implications of Federal Crimes: Balancing Security and Civil Liberties

Federal investigations related to drug trafficking and organized crime can be intimidating and overwhelming. If you or someone you know is involved in these activities, it’s crucial to be aware of the potential consequences and take steps to protect yourself. Here are some tips to help you navigate this complex legal process: 1. Know your rights First and… Read more: From Drug Trafficking to Organized Crime: Behind the Scenes of Federal Investigations

Drug-related offenses can have severe consequences, ranging from heavy fines to lengthy prison sentences. Therefore, it’s essential to understand the different types of drug-related offenses to know the possible defense strategies and mitigate the risks. In this post, we’ll explore the most common types of drug-related offenses and the best defense strategies to reduce the… Read more: From Possession to Trafficking: A Deep Dive into Drug-Related Offenses and Defense Strategies

While most bike accidents are relatively minor, serious ones can leave you with numerous injuries, traumas, hospital bills, and more. In 2018, there were 857 fatal bike accidents nationally. In that same year in Ohio, over 20 cyclists were killed, and more than 140 were seriously injured in a collision. Steps to Take After a… Read more: 5 Things to Do Immediately After a Bicycle Accident

The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees defendants in criminal cases the right to speedy trials. This protection is in place to help ensure that a person presumed to be innocent of an alleged offense does not sit in jail until their scheduled court date (which could be months after they have been arrested… Read more: If Your Court Date Has Been Postponed, What About Your Right to a Speedy Trial?

Various measures have been enacted in response to the novel coronavirus, including those ordering residents to stay at home. This has required society, including courts, to adjust how certain processes are handled. If you or a loved one is currently facing criminal charges, you likely have questions and concerns about how the coronavirus will affect… Read more: The Impact of Coronavirus on Ohio Court Processes

Ohio Self-Defense Law In the state of Ohio, assault is defined as knowingly causing or attempting to cause physical harm to another or another’s. Likewise, it can also be described as recklessly causing severe bodily injury to another or another’s unborn. However, the act of self-defense is not reckless. Can it Be Used in Court… Read more: Is It Considered Assault If I Was Defending Myself?

In 2013, about 24.6 million people used illicit drugs in the United States, according to estimates from the National Institute on Drug Abuse. The majority were using marijuana, a plant now legalized for recreational use in Alaska, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. What many people might not realize is that in some… Read more: Do You Know the Difference Between Drug Possession and Distribution?

In today’s post, we are going to discuss defenses for while collar crimes. These crimes are often complex and challenging, calling for an experience skilled defense team. Our Cleveland white collar crime lawyers at HMW Law. are knowledgeable, and tough. We know how to handle challenging cases for our clients and win! If you believe you are… Read more: What Are the Defenses for White Collar Crimes?

Nearly everyone has heard Miranda rights read in movies, books, or other sorts of entertainment. Most people are aware that they have some sort of right to remain silent and a right to an attorney; however, most don’t know when to use those rights or what good they will do in the long run. The… Read more: What Are My Miranda Rights?

What Happens If Police Don’t Have Enough Evidence? Even if police don’t have hard evidence of your guilt, you may still be placed under arrest if certain circumstances are present. Police must follow legal procedures during the arrest process, as well as during other stages of attempting to put a suspect in jail. Knowing what… Read more: Can I be Arrested if Police Don’t Have Evidence of My Guilt?

Failure to Appear in Court in Ohio Have you been issued a notice to appear in court? When you are summoned, you are required to appear before the court for many reasons. This can happen any time you are facing some type of criminal charge, such as a DWI/OVI, a theft crime, and even if… Read more: What Happens if I Fail to Appear in Court?

n most criminal cases, a police officer will need to obtain a search warrant from a judge. The officer would first need to demonstrate that there is sufficient enough reason that may lead to another person’s arrest. An officer must also provide obtaining the search warrant would only further the investigation of the case. When… Read more: Do All Police Searches Need a Warrant?