Domestic violence affects a large number of Americans every year. Domestic violence is the violence or threat or apprehension of violence by one person against a family or household member. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, nearly 20 people suffer
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Misdemeanors Misdemeanors are considered as less serious offenses in the United States. In Ohio, misdemeanors can be classified into five categories: first degree, second degree, third degree, fourth degree, and minor misdemeanors. First degree misdemeanors are the most serious while minor misdemeanors
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Earlier this month, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 175, also known as “Stand Your Ground” bill into law. The new law expands the scope of the use of firearms for the purpose of self-defense. Ohio’s Stand Your Ground Law Ohio’s
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Last year, a few important changes were made to the laws in Ohio. These changes are all set to become effective from January 01, 2021. In this article, we look at some of the important changes that will have a significant impact
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Ohio is an “Open Carry” state. This means that individuals can openly carry arms without applying for a license or a special permit. However, there are certain places where individuals cannot carry guns such as courthouses, airports, schools, bars, polling places, private
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Violent crimes are well-defined and recognized under the laws of Ohio. Crimes that involve intentional hurting or violence threats are considered as violent crimes. These crimes have stricter punishments and a violent crime sentence can have life altering consequences. The crime sentence
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In the cited DaytonDailyNews.com’s article, “Judges Assigning Fewer Party Plates in Ohio”, author Cornelius Frolik, reports the decrease in use of designated license plates for drunk drivers. Ohio is one of few states that can require people convicted of drunk driving or, OVI
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