Are you wondering what the limits and penalties are for operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol? Or are you looking for laws about controlled substance OVIs? This chart of Ohio's OVI and DUI Laws and Violation Penalties can answer your questions.Continue reading
As a criminal defense attorney practicing in Ohio, I regularly see clients whose lives are dramatically altered by OVI (Operating a Vehicle Impaired) convictions. Understanding the consequences and proper conduct during traffic stops can protect your rights and future. Continue reading
Yes, landlords are allowed to include smoke-free provisions in residential lease agreements, but the provisions do not have a significant chance of being enforceable in a court of law.¹ The Ohio Department of Health (the “Department”) has officially released literature encouraging landlords to include smoke-free provisions in lease agreements. The Department believes that including these provisions will aid in preventing fires and eliminating the effects of secondhand smoke on other tenants.² Nonetheless, the Baldwin’s Ohio Handbook regarding Landlord Tenant law provides doubt that a smoke-free provision will be enforceable in a court of law.³Continue reading
A question we commonly get asked not only from people who are starting their rental property investment portfolio but also from people who have been operating rental properties for years is whether or not they should create an LLC (limited liability company). As the name suggests, an LLC helps limit liability. The follow-up question is then, why would I need to do that?Continue reading
The Corporate Transparency Act went into effect in January of 2024. Under the Corporate Transparency Act, all owners (including minority stake owners) of most business entities, including Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), must submit a beneficial ownership information report to the Federal Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).Continue reading
Sentencing for drug charges in Ohio can be complicated. This Drug Offense Quick Reference Guide lists sentencing guides for common drug charges.Continue reading
If you have been charged with a felony offense, you probably have many questions about what comes next, what happens if you are found guilty, and what the punishment may be. This Ohio Felony Sentencing Reference Guide below can help answer many of your questions about potential sentences you may face.Continue reading
Discovering defects in a newly purchased home can be a frustrating and costly experience for any buyer. In Ohio, buyers carry a significant responsibility to inspect the property thoroughly before finalizing the purchase, which can complicate matters if defects are later discovered.Continue reading
The state of Ohio uses a point system to track offenses and determine penalties. Each infraction assesses a specific number of points, depending on the severity. Drivers who accumulate too many points risk having their driver's license suspended. This Ohio Driver's License Point Chart explains the number of points each offense occurs, as well as applicable fees and other penalties.Continue reading
Deeds are the most frequently utilized real estate tool that is essential to every purchase and sale of real property. A Deed is a physical legal document, which transfers ownership of real property from one person or entity to another. A deed can also be utilized to add one person or entity on title to the real property.Continue reading