Former prosecuting attorney Steven Adams has seen a wide variety of criminal cases, giving him a unique perspective on defending his clients in Ohio and Northern Kentucky. Our blog posts explore the most common challenges and legal factors involved in a criminal defense case.
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How Can I Get My Guns Back After a Criminal Conviction?Our Ohio criminal defense law firm explains the qualifications to get your gun rights reinstated after a conviction and how to begin the process.
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If I lie to my insurance, have I committed insurance fraud?Lying to your insurance company is never a good idea, but it only amounts to fraud if you lied with the intent to defraud the insurance company.
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The Importance of Effective Presentation of Your Case by the Right Criminal Defense AttorneyDoes your defense attorney have the people skills necessary to win your case? Discover why you need a likable lawyer if you are accused of a crime in Ohio.
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Was Evidence in Your Criminal Case Obtained With an Illegal Search?If police obtained evidence with an illegal search during a traffic stop, that evidence may not be used against you in Ohio criminal court.
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Actus Reus vs. Mens ReaTwo key ideas in criminal law—actus reus and mens rea—are essential for proving criminal responsibility.
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Questioning Without Asking a QuestionCops can find different, subtle, ways in which to question, or interrogate, a suspect.
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Warrants for Electronic SurveillanceCourts are often faced with a difficult challenge when applying centuries-old constitutional rules to the latest technology, like thermal scanners and cell phones.
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Go to Trial or No Trial? What to Consider in Making That DecisionThe decision to go to trial or to take a plea is a critical one.
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Openings and ClosingsOpening statements and closing arguments are an opportunity for each side’s attorney to try to organize or emphasize the evidence in the case.
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With Warrants, One Size Does Not Fit AllAs you might expect, there are different kinds of warrants for different situations, and different types of investigations.