Interfering with a child custody order is actually illegal in the state of Ohio. This can arise when one party of a separation or divorce will not return the child once their time is up. In other cases, it occurs when a relative or a friend of the family refuses to return the child to his or her parent or guardian. Whether the offending parent has custodial rights or not, this charge can be imposed….
Being arrested can be a frightening experience. When emotions are high, it can be difficult to fully understand what’s happening. In some cases, it can cause a person to act out of character, which could lead to additional legal problems. It is important for individuals to be aware of things they should or shouldn’t do after an arrest. Understanding proper and improper actions can help avoid missteps that could hurt the criminal case later. If…
Under federal law, an armed career criminal is a person who possesses a firearm or ammunition when prohibited and has three or more prior convictions for a violent crime or serious drug offense. As a result of their designation as an armed career criminal, a judge shall impose a minimum term of imprisonment. Additionally, the sentencing range the judge must refer to when determining the term of imprisonment is increased because both the offense level…
Suppose you are alleged to have been involved in criminal activity. When you are informed of what you have been accused of, you might be surprised to see that you have been charged with more than one crime. But is it possible for the State to prosecute you for multiple offenses? Yes. Charges for two or more crimes can arise from the same alleged incident or separate incidents. Contrary to what you might think, facing…