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Controversial Hocking County Coroner Sued for Improperly Investigating Death of Young Hiker
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May 01, 2016
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Brian Joslyn
Dr. David Cummins, Hocking County coroner, has faced endless controversy, accusations from his opponents that he has not done his job, and has even been previously charged with counts of dereliction of duty and obstructing official business. Cummins who was also embroiled in a funding dispute and has been criticized by other officials for refusing to answer his phone during off hours to visit scenes…
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Just Because You Don't Think It's a Sex Crime, Does Not Mean It Isn't: An Overview of Sexual Imposition Laws in Ohio
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Apr 11, 2016
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Brian Joslyn
The average person has a general idea of what constitutes rape or sexual battery, but are not aware that certain reckless behavior or sexual contact with an impaired person constitutes the criminal offense of sexual imposition. What is Sexual Imposition? According to Ohio Rev. Code § 2907.06, it is a criminal offense for a person to have sexual contact, cause another person to have sexual contact,…
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Second Amendment and Gun Rights of Ohio Residents
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Mar 23, 2016
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Brian Joslyn
The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution, which grants Americans the right to keep and bear arms, has been a constant topic of debate since it's ratification in 1791. Originally, construed to allow individuals the right to keep and bear arms connected to necessary militia service, the United States Supreme Court held in 2008 that the Second Amendment protects an individual's right to…
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Illinois Man Pleads Guilty to Attempted Sex With a Minor
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Mar 23, 2016
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Brian Joslyn
Paul P. Schildhouse, 56, from Aurora, Illinois pleaded guilty on March 22nd, 2016 to one count of attempted unlawful sexual conduct with a minor, which is a fourth-degree felony at Pickaway County Common Pleas Court. Schildhouse is facing a maximum of 18 months in prison along with a $5,000 fine and plans to be sentenced following a pre-sentence investigation done by the court. He will also be required…
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Domestic Violence Address Confidentiality
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Mar 09, 2016
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Brian Joslyn
Domestic violence is a criminal offense the state of Ohio takes very seriously. For several years, the state of Ohio has allocated considerable resources to special law enforcement investigation units and prosecution teams dedicated to resolving domestic violence crimes, including rape, stalking, and sexual battery. Prosecution and convictions for domestic violence has risen; however, these measures…
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Understanding the Legality of Sobriety Checkpoints in Ohio
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Dec 18, 2015
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Brian Joslyn
Ever since Ohio State University quarterback J.T. Barrett was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while impaired (OVI) and illegal backing near a campus-area sobriety checkpoint on Halloween, there has been increased conversation throughout the Buckeye State about what is and is not legal when it comes to these driving under the influence (DUI) roadblocks. A November 6 story in the Columbus Dispatch…
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House Bill 347 Aims to Reform Ohio Civil Asset Forfeiture Law
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Oct 26, 2015
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Brian Joslyn
Carrying a large amount of cash is risky. The fear of theft or losing the money is palpable, but new, unlikely culprits have emerged -- culprits with a badge and a gun. In recent years, thousands of people nationwide have forfeited large amounts of cash and other property seized by the police without an arrest, a trial, or a conviction. Known as "civil asset forfeiture," the practice allows law enforcement…
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Driver Not Guilty of Murder for Ramming Two People With His Car in 2013
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Oct 03, 2015
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Brian Joslyn
Montez Hollins pleads not guilty of murder when he was protecting his fiancee and another woman with them from an armed gunman and accomplice by using his vehicle to slam into the two people. After a few hours of deliberation among the jury, Hollins was acquitted in the murder of Jason Barry Sr. and attempted murder and felonious assault for injuring Barry's wife, Kistina Petree which all took place…
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Acquittal on Murder Charge for Montez Hollins
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Oct 03, 2015
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Brian Joslyn
Arguments can sometimes get heated and escalate very quickly. When weapons get involved, people can get hurt and chaos often ensues. In extreme cases, if someone is killed, the courts will have to sort through the mess. Such was the case of Montez Hollins, a man on trial for murder in the death of Jason Barry Sr. and attempted murder and felonious assault for injuring Barry’s wife, Kristina Petree. Brian…
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Attorney for Sealing Records in Columbus, Ohio
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Aug 30, 2015
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Brian Joslyn
Ohio law provides for a two-step process for sealing records. First, the trial court must determine if a person is eligible; only then can it proceed with a determination of facts and decide whether to seal a record. The specific requirements for eligibility vary depending on whether a person is seeking to: Seal records related to arrests and cases ending in "not guilty" findings, dismissals, and…
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Local welder pled guilty to drug possession, placed on probation, no jail time
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At trial, Prosecutor dismissed charges; all charges were expunged off his record
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College student with no prior record got into ILC, complete dismissal after ILC
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Pled to lesser offense and ordered treatment instead of jail time, finges and court costs
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