CRIMINAL DEFENSE

A criminal conviction - even for a relatively minor offense - can have numerous lasting effects.  In addition to the possibility of time in jail or prison and hefty fines, a criminal record can impact a person's ability to get or keep a job, attend school, obtain professional licenses, and more.  That's why it is so important for anyone charged with a crime - from the lowest misdemeanors to the highest felonies - to be represented by experienced, competent counsel.

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CRIMINAL OFFENSES

Below are some of the most commonly-charged criminal offenses in Ohio, along with the relevant statute - but there are many more.  If you have questions about anything below - or any other offense - contact me for a free consultation.

Drug Offenses

Drug Trafficking [R.C. 2925.03]
Drug Possession [R.C. 2925.11]
Illegal Manufacture/Cultivation [R.C. 2925.04]
Drug Paraphernalia [R.C. 2925.14]
Counterfeit Controlled Substances [R.C. 2925.37]

Weapons Offenses

Carrying Concealed Weapons [R.C. 2923.12]
Having Weapons While Under Disability [R.C. 2923.13]
Improperly Handling Firearm in a Motor Vehicle [R.C. 2923.16]
Improper Discharge [R.C. 2923.161]
Possessing a Dangerous Ordnance [R.C. 2923.17]

OVI/DUI and Traffic Offenses

Operating a Vehicle while Impaired (OVI) [R.C. 4511.19]
Driving Under Suspension (DUS) [R.C. 4510.11]
Reckless Operation [R.C. 4511.20]
Speeding [R.C. 4511.21]

Theft & Fraud

Theft [R.C. 2913.02]
Forgery [R.C. 2913.31]
Receiving Stolen Property [R.C. 2913.51]
Identity Fraud [R.C. 2913.49]

Sex Offenses

Rape [R.C. 2907.02]
Sexual Battery [2907.03]
Sexual Imposition [R.C. 2907.06]
Gross Sexual Imposition [R.C. 2907.05]
Pandering [2907.32]

Robbery & Burglary

Aggravated Robbery [R.C. 2911.01]
Robbery [R.C. 2911.02]
Aggravated Burglary [2911.11]
Burglary [R.C. 2911.12]
Breaking and Entering [R.C. 2911.13]

Assault & Homicide

Felonious Assault [R.C. 2903.11]
Aggravated Assault [R.C. 2903.12]
Assault [R.C. 2903.13]
Menacing/Aggravated Menacing [R.C. 2903.22/2903.21]
Homicide

Offenses Against Justice

Falsification [2921.13]
Obstructing Official Business [R.C. 2921.31]
Failure to Comply [R.C. 2921.331]
Escape [R.C. 2921.34]
Resisting Arrest [R.C. 2921.33]

Public Offenses

Disorderly Conduct [R.C. 2917.11]
Aggravated Riot [R.C. 2917.02]
Riot [R.C. 2917.03]

Family Offenses

Domestic Violence [R.C. 2919.25]
Criminal Nonsupport (Child Support) [R.C. 2919.21]
Endangering Children [R.C. 2919.22]

Other Offenses

Complicity [R.C. 2923.03]
Conspiracy [R.C. 2923.01]
Possessing Criminal Tools [R.C. 2923.24]
Kidnapping [2905.01]
Abduction [R.C. 2905.02]
Extortion [R.C. 2905.11]