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How to Fight a Disorderly Conduct Charge
Criminal Defense

How to Fight a Disorderly Conduct Charge

“Disorderly conduct” is a catch-all misdemeanor charge, with fairly broad and vague definitions. The overarching principle of the law is...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
26 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
What are the Differences Between Reckless Operation and Physical Control?
Traffic

What are the Differences Between Reckless Operation and Physical Control?

Reckless driving or reckless operation is a fairly common traffic offense on Ohio roadways.  The reason it is a common...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
25 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
Human Error During Field Sobriety Tests
Traffic

Human Error During Field Sobriety Tests

All three of the standard field sobriety tests an officer in Ohio will administer are subject to human interpretation, and...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
23 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
Ohio OVI/DUI First Offenses
DUI

Ohio OVI/DUI First Offenses

Don’t make the mistake of thinking that just because this is your first offense for Driving Under the Influence (DUI)...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
17 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
Should You Refuse a Breathalyzer if You Carry a CDL?
DUI

Should You Refuse a Breathalyzer if You Carry a CDL?

While you have the right to refuse to submit to a breathalyzer test, refusing to submit to a chemical test...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
17 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
Consequences for Boating While Intoxicated in Ohio
DUI

Consequences for Boating While Intoxicated in Ohio

In the United States, alcohol use is the number one contributing factor in boating deaths according to the United States...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
17 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
Tips on Preparing For A Trial
Criminal Defense

Tips on Preparing For A Trial

Your attorney will help you prepare for trial, but there are some preparations that defendants can make that can mean...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
15 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
Can You Get Your License Reinstated Faster?
Traffic

Can You Get Your License Reinstated Faster?

First, we should be clear with the terms we use. Having your driver’s license fully reinstated is one action, while...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
15 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
What are the Differences Between Theft and Robbery?
Criminal Defense

What are the Differences Between Theft and Robbery?

Theft is when you deprive the owner of goods or services without authority to do so. The charge is elevated...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
10 February 2016
5 Minutes Read
Disputing Your Ohio Traffic Ticket
Traffic

Disputing Your Ohio Traffic Ticket

If you receive a traffic ticket and just turn around and pay that ticket, you are pleading guilty to the...

Colin Maher
Colin Maher
2 February 2016
5 Minutes Read

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