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Ever since a wide array of accusations from Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein have been brought to light a few months ago, the #MeToo movement and the subject ofsexual assault has attracted an enormous amount of media attention, as well as a flood of sexual assault allegations not only swept the film and television industry, but also in the political realm and in places of business. Although sexual assault cases are generally handled through the criminal…

Juvenile Records Ohio Are juvenile records automatically sealed? In Ohio, sealing juvenile records can be an automatic process, depending on the specific circumstances of the criminal offense. Sealing means that the juvenile record is no longer part of the court’s main records. Instead, it is moved somewhere else. Once a record is sealed, the minor doesn’t have to admit to previous wrongdoing. It will be as if the crime never occurred to all other people…

In 2016, the Ohio legislature passed HB 523, legalizing medical cannabis. The state intends to have a fully functioning medical marijuana distribution system up and running by September of 2018. Cole Memo Repealed However, U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions threw a wrench into legalized marijuana systems in Ohio and other states last week when he repealed an Obama-era policy—known as the Cole memo—of leaving law-abiding marijuana businesses alone in those particular states. Federal prosecutors are…

You might feel overwhelmed and intimidated by the prospect of your first appearance in criminal court. After all, there is probably a lot at stake. However, if you are well prepared for this appearance and keep a calm and level head, you can assuredly get through this and through any necessary subsequent appearances as well. Steps in Preparing for Your Criminal Court Appearance Here are some things you should keep in mind as you prepare for your…