Knowing the circumstances under which authorities can search your vehicle is important when navigating encounters with law enforcement. The Fourth Amendment protects citizens against unreasonable searches and seizures. However, there are specific situations in which...
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The potential impact of a conviction on a college career
Entering college is an exciting time for young adults. However, a criminal conviction can cast a shadow over a student's academic journey and future prospects. Knowing the potential problems that a conviction can bring can help students avoid these consequences....
For young athletes, an opioid prescription may lead to addiction
From learning teamwork and developing friendships to maintaining an active lifestyle, sports are an important part of the lives of many young adults in both high school and college. Unfortunately, the risk of injury is always present, especially for students who play...
Submitting to field sobriety and chemical tests for OVI
Understanding your rights when stopped for a suspected OVI, also known as a DUI, is important for your protection. It is standard for officers to ask you to submit to testing at the scene, but how you respond can impact your case. Can you refuse field sobriety...
How does an OVI impact my driver’s license in Ohio?
In Ohio, an OVI (Operating a Vehicle Impaired) conviction can significantly impact your driver's license and driving privileges. This impact can be both immediate and long-term. Here's what you should know about how an OVI can affect your driver's license in Ohio....
Will criminal charges affect a college scholarship?
Facing criminal charges is a scary situation given the potential consequences of a conviction. For college students, there is more at stake than just jail time. Being accused of a crime could affect a student’s scholarship status and ability to graduate. Common...
Understanding the consequences of an OVI conviction
Ohio laws pose severe consequences for anyone operating a vehicle while impaired. The law does not discriminate between motorized and motorless vehicles, leaving drivers, cyclists and others vulnerable to criminal charges. Unfortunately, anyone with an Ohio OVI...
Behavior tips for an OVI stop
The Sonic Temple Festival is fast approaching, and the police will be out looking for intoxicated drivers. If you find yourself pulled over for suspicion of an OVI, there are a few things you should do to help your situation. According to Vertava Health Ohio, legal...
Will your teenager’s criminal record follow them into adulthood?
The teenage years can be a difficult transitional time and this confusion often leads teens to make reckless mistakes that can stay with them forever. If your child has committed a crime, how do you know if a criminal record will follow them into adulthood?...
Medical marijuana and OVI
Ohio's medical marijuana program finally got off the ground, and many patients may already see the benefits of its use. Hopefully, more individuals suffering from certain conditions will receive the right to try this type of treatment to find relief. However, just...