Criminal Defense in Columbus Ohio

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Federal criminal charges

Federal crimes are most often felony criminal offenses, and can include:

Bank Fraud
Bribery of Public Officials
Mail Fraud
Mail Theft
Crimes Committed on Federal Land
Large Quantity Narcotic Conspiracy
Counterfeiting
Internet Crimes
Interstate Crimes
Pornography
Smuggling Controlled Substances

State criminal charges

State crimes can either be felony offenses or misdemeanor criminal charges including:

Homicide
Rape
Sex Crimes
Theft
Drug Transportation
Drug Sales/Distribution
Controlled Substance Possession
Robbery
Assault and Battery
Child Abuse
Molestation
Domestic Violence
Fraud
Embezzlement

Criminal law deals with punishment for criminal offenses. It also covers the rights of an accused person and the criminal process including arrest, arraignment, grand juries, pleas, discovery, pretrial hearings, trials, jury selection, evidence, motions, and post-trial remedies.

Arrested or detained by Ohio police?

The moment you are accused of a crime or questioned by police, you have the right to remain silent until you consult with an attorney. Whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or a felony, the Ohio criminal defense attorneys at Yavitch & Palmer will fully explain the charges, your available defenses, likely plea bargains and what to expect if you are convicted. Our attorneys can help you with:

When you face serious criminal allegations, it is vital to have experienced and trusted legal help on your side. We offer clients the utmost discretion in handling their criminal cases. As our client, you can rely on our integrity and unwavering commitment to achieve the best possible outcome, regardless of the charges filed against you.

If you have been charged with a crime, retaining a skilled criminal defense lawyer from the start is critical. Contact the Ohio criminal lawyers of Yavitch & Palmer at 614-224-6142 or fill out the Web contact form to arrange an appointment.

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FAQs

Q: What kinds of crimes go to trial?

Answer

Any case can go to trial. Although we often see the most serious matters in trial, that is not always the case. Sometimes the more serious offenses carry the risk of greater consequences. We commonly have trials on all matters, including OVI, traffic, and complex criminal cases.

Q: How likely is it my case will go to trial?

Answer

Trials are rare, with just 2.5% of Ohio criminal cases in common pleas court going to trial in 2012. Most cases resolve by plea negotiations. However, every case is unique and you need a lawyer to help you figure out all your available options.

Q: What’s the difference between a civil law and a criminal law?

Answer

Civil law deal with disputes between individuals, organizations or both. Yavitch & Palmer deals with criminal law— crimes and legal punishments of criminal offenses, like assault, robbery, drug trafficking and much more.