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  • 2025
    • June
      • Facing Medicaid Fraud Charges? Why You Need a Former Prosecutor on Your Side
    • April
      • The Legal Ramifications of Motion Picture Piracy
      • Understanding the Right to a Speedy Trial in the Case of Darnell Jones
    • March
      • Boating Under the Influence Laws and Penalties
      • A Brief Overview of the Extradition Process
    • February
      • Why Federal Charges Warrant Experienced Attorneys
    • January
      • Safety Valves in Federal Criminal Cases: How They Impact Sentencing
      • Is Plea Bargaining the Right Option for Your Case?
  • 2024
    • December
      • What Makes Federal Crimes Different?
    • November
      • Types of Drug Crime Penalties in Ohio
    • October
      • How to Find Trustworthy Attorneys in Your Area
      • Patituce & Associates Client Pleads Guilty to Reckless Homicide, Given Short Prison Sentence
    • September
      • What is Considered a Probation Violation?
      • How Long Does a Criminal Record Last?
      • Can Assault Charges Be Dropped by the Victim?
    • August
      • The Legal Process for a Felony Charge
    • June
      • What You Need to Know about Federal Probation Violations
      • Federal Mail and Wire Fraud: Definitions and Defense Strategies
      • Defending Against Federal Child Pornography and Exploitation Charges
      • How to Respond if You’re Falsely Accused of Assault
      • The Consequences of a Sex Crime Conviction Beyond Jail Time
      • The Psychological Effects of Being Accused of a Sex Crime and How to Cope
      • Assault With a Deadly Weapon: Legal? Defenses and Penalties
    • May
      • The Significance of Pretrial Motions in Criminal Defense
      • Questions to Ask When Hiring a Criminal Defense Attorney
      • How to Prepare for Your Defense in an Assault Case
      • The Legal Process From Arrest to Trial for Assault Charges
      • What Countries Will Not Let You in with a DUI?
      • Does a DUI Show up on Your Passport?
      • Can I Drive for Uber After a DUI?
      • Should I Get a Lawyer After a DUI?
      • What is Petty Theft in Ohio?
      • Is Stealing Amazon Packages a Federal Crime?
    • April
      • Understanding RICO Charges and Defenses in Federal Court
      • The Impact of a Federal Crime Conviction on Your Life and Rights
      • Can Domestic Violence Charges Get Dropped?
      • Do I Need a Lawyer When Questioned About a Sexual Assault?
      • Will I Go to Jail for Theft?
      • How Does a Defense Lawyer Build a Case Against a Rape Charge?
      • Furnishing Harmful or Obscene Materials to Minors
      • How to Avoid Jail Time for a Third DUI
      • How Much Does a DUI Cost?
      • How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record?
    • March
      • What to Look for in Criminal Defense Lawyer
      • What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Do?
      • Can You Go to Jail for Domestic Violence?
      • What Is Negligent Homicide?
      • Can You Get a DUI on a Scooter?
      • Can You Expunge a DUI?
      • What Are the Consequences of a Restraining Order?
      • What to Do if Someone Accuses You of Rape
      • Why Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney?
      • What Is Considered Domestic Violence in Ohio?
    • February
      • Is Mail Theft a Federal Crime?
      • Is Identity Theft a Federal Crime?
      • What are the Penalties for Theft in Ohio?
      • What is Felony Theft in Ohio?
      • Hit and Run/Leaving the Scene of an Accident
      • What Happens if I Fail to Register as a Sex Offender?
      • How to Beat a DUI
      • Can You Rent a Car with a DUI?
      • Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in Ohio?
    • January
      • What is Grand Theft?
      • Can You Go to Canada with a DUI?
      • What Is a Domestic Violence Enhancer?
      • Is Receiving Stolen Property Considered Theft?
      • What Is a Crime of Moral Turpitude?
      • Is Kidnapping Always a Federal Crime?
      • Charges of Disrupting Public Services
  • 2023
    • December
      • Who Is the Best Criminal Defense Attorney for Me?
      • Pandering Obscenity in the Cleveland Area
    • November
      • Will I Lose My License After a DUI Stop?
      • How Much Does a DUI Lawyer Cost?
      • What Happens if You Refuse a BAC Test?
    • October
      • How to Avoid a DUI During the Holidays
      • How a DUI Can Impact My Education
      • Do I Have to Tell My Boss About My DUI Arrest?
      • 5 DUI Arrest Mistakes Police Make
      • Can I Get My DUI Charges Reduced in Ohio?
      • Common Mistakes After Getting Arrested for a DUI
      • What Happens After a DUI Arrest?
    • September
      • Drug Possession Charges
      • What Are Your Rights During a DUI Stop?
    • August
      • Can I Get a DUI for Sleeping in My Car?
      • What Happens to My CDL If I Get Convicted of an OH DUI
      • 3 Things You Need to Know About Ohio Gun Laws
      • Interfering with Child Custody Orders: Cleveland Criminal Defense Lawyer
    • July
      • Underage OVI Penalties in Ohio
  • 2022
    • August
      • Dos and Don’ts After Being Arrested
    • July
      • What’s an Armed Career Criminal Under Federal Law?
    • May
      • Can You Be Charged with More Than One Crime?
    • April
      • Is Medical Marijuana Legal in Ohio?
    • March
      • I’ve Been Accused of a Crime. Should I Stay Off Social Media?
    • February
      • Did You Know That Assault Can Be a Federal Crime?
  • 2021
    • December
      • What Is Community Control in Ohio?
    • November
      • Is Tampering with Evidence a Felony in Ohio?
    • October
      • What Happens If You Violate a Domestic Violence Protection Order?
    • August
      • What Is the Bulk Amount of Drugs in Ohio?
    • June
      • What Is the Age of Consent in Ohio?
    • May
      • 31 Suspects Arrested for Online Child Sex Crimes Operation
    • April
      • Eight Indicted on Manslaughter and Hazing Charges After BGSU Student’s Death
    • March
      • What’s the Difference Between State and Federal Drug Trafficking Laws? Pt. 2
  • 2020
    • September
      • What Is Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs?
      • Operation Legend Leads to Big Federal Crimes Busts in Cleveland
    • August
      • What Does “Improperly Handling Firearms” Mean?
      • What Is a Counterfeit Controlled Substance?
    • July
      • Is Spiking a Drink with Drugs Illegal?
    • June
      • Is Road Rage a Crime in Ohio?
    • May
      • OVI Task Force Announces Checkpoint in North Ridgeville
      • Patituce & Associates Files Lawsuit Against Governor DeWine
    • March
      • Patituce & Associates Achieves Win in Drug Trafficking Case
    • February
      • Is Robbery a First-Degree or Second-Degree Felony?
    • January
      • Cleveland May Decriminalize Marijuana Possession Soon
  • 2019
    • December
      • Don’t Bring Recreational Marijuana from Michigan to Ohio
      • Patituce & Associates Says Biles-Thomas Indicted Without Evidence
    • November
      • Company Holiday Parties & Sex Crimes
      • Three More Ohio Cities Set to Decriminalize Cannabis
    • October
      • The Penalties for Animal Cruelty in Ohio
    • September
      • Attorney Joseph Patituce Representing Tevin Biles-Thomas
    • August
      • How Can I Be Charged with a Marijuana OVI in Ohio?
      • Ohio Legalizes Hemp & Stops Pursuing Pot Possession for Time Being
      • Charged with Solicitation from a massage parlor sting?
    • July
      • Ohio Bills Would Reduce Punishment for Drug Possession
    • June
      • Marking Tires with Chalk for Parking Enforcement is Unconstitutional
    • May
      • Aggravated DUI in Ohio
    • March
      • What is Pre-Trial Diversion in Ohio?
  • 2018
    • November
      • Can Felons Vote in Ohio?
    • August
      • What Happens When You Fail to Register as a Sex Offender
      • Do I Need to Register as a Sex Offender for Life?
    • July
      • Are Fireworks Illegal in Ohio?
    • June
      • Can Police Body Camera Footage Help Criminal Defense Cases?
    • April
      • What To Do If You Are Falsely Accused of Sexual Assault
      • The State of Ohio vs. Anthony J. Bates
    • March
      • Can Sexual Assault Victims Sue Their Attackers for Damages?
    • February
      • Will a Juvenile Crime Stay on My Record Forever?
    • January
      • What’s Next for Marijuana Policy in Ohio?
  • 2017
    • December
      • Preparing for Your First Criminal Court Appearance
      • What You Need to Know About Ohio Fake ID Laws
      • Overview of Ohio’s Sexual Battery Laws
    • July
      • Do Juveniles Have the Right to Trial by Jury?
    • May
      • How Our Approach Can Benefit You
      • Choosing the Best Criminal Defense Attorney
  • 2015
    • August
      • Securing Writings by Deception
    • June
      • Penalties For Voyeurism in Ohio (O.R.C. 2907.08)
    • May
      • Penalties for Impersonating an Officer
      • Charges of Tampering With Records
      • The Penalties of Passing Bad Checks (O.R.C. 2913.11)
      • Examples of Common Cyber Crimes
    • April
      • Arrested On Unauthorized Use Of A Vehicle?
    • March
      • Crimes Involving Sexually-Oriented Business
      • Use of a Minor in Nudity-Oriented Material or Performance
      • Matter Harmful to Juveniles
      • Sexual Imposition Charges in Ohio
  • 2014
    • August
      • How Will an OVI Affect My Nursing License in Ohio?
    • March
      • Why Is My DUI Case Set for a Motion to Suppress?
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