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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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.
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No Probable Cause? Then No WarrantThe police are only allowed to get a warrant if they show the judge that probable cause exists.
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Where Were the Drugs Found? Location, Location, LocationIt is often said that the first three rules of real estate are “location, location, location.” The same could be said about drug possession prosecutions.
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What Does Chain of Custody Mean?The phrase “chain of custody” in a drug case refers to a list of all people who have had contact with the drugs since they came into police custody.
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Have you been charged with forgery or Identification Offenses against the elder or disabled? What you need to know.Have you been charged with forgery or Identification Offenses against the elder or disabled? Here's what you need to know (3 min read).
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Illegal Use of Supplemental Nutrition or WIC BenefitsIf you are convicted of illegal use supplemental nutrition or WIC program benefits, you may be ineligible to secure these benefits in the future.
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The Exclusionary Rule: How the 4th Amendment is Enforced in Real LifeHow is the Fourth Amendment enforced in real life? The answer is – the exclusionary rule. Read what the rule does and where it come from here (3 min read).
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What Constitutes a Search?All of search and seizure law in Ohio, and throughout the United States, emanates from the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
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Exceptions to the Search Warrant Requirement in OhioLearn the 7 key exceptions to search warrant requirements in Ohio. Expert Cincinnati criminal defense lawyer explains your constitutional rights.
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Following in the Footsteps of Our Founder Steven R. AdamsAlthough we have lost renowned Cincinnati attorney Steven Adams, our law firm remains dedicated to criminal defense clients across Ohio.
