Portage County Ohio Law Blog
A valid drunk driving stop may require reasonable suspicion
In Ohio, drivers who are stopped by law enforcement and are investigated for driving under the influence will have concerns. In Ohio, the term under the law is operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI). After an arrest, dealing with the situation can be...
Life insurance may be an important divorce matter
When people in Ohio decide to divorce, life insurance may be the last thing on their minds. People may think about property division, child custody and other immediate issues, but insurance policies can be particularly important in finalizing a divorce settlement. An...
Understanding supervised visitation in a child custody order
In certain family law situations in Ohio, there are extenuating circumstances with child custody and visitation. This requires the court to order supervised visitation. Often, it is due to allegations of abuse, addiction problems or parental fitness. The goal is to...
Search for fugitive leads to drug and gun seizures
Authorities in Ohio reported on Jan. 24 that a multi-agency law enforcement operation to capture a fugitive led to the man's arrest and the seizure of firearms, illegal drugs and cash. The operation took place in Akron's Sherbondy Hill neighborhood at approximately...
Ohio courts and child custody determination
One of the most contentious processes in the legal system is divorce. Some couples may agree on splitting money and debt but cannot come to terms with how to share their children.Custody is something that weighs on couples going through the process. It may bring out...
Ohio judge facing reprimand over drunk driving arrest
The Ohio Supreme Court's Board of Professional Conduct was urged on Jan. 10 to publicly reprimand a Lucas County judge who was convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol in July. The recommendation was made by the judge and the court's disciplinary counsel....
How divorce has benefited some people
Family lawyers often see a rise in business by about one-third at the beginning of the year. Many unhappy couples in Ohio and across the nation want a fresh start on their lives, especially after going through a stressful holiday season. Divorce proceedings often...
Investigation finds interrogation technique inaccurate
When people are taken into custody in Ohio, one of the interrogation tools used could be part of a system called Scientific Content Analysis, or SCAN. The method trains law enforcement to examine written statements for signs of lying based on such criteria as word...
How women can face financial challenges after a divorce
Women in Ohio and across the country often experience stress that comes from finances after a divorce. While men definitely face challenges after a divorce, it is more likely that women will experience serious financial problems. Reports have shown that a woman's...
Annie’s Law made dramatic changes to OVI laws in Ohio
Ohio House Bill 388, frequently referred to as Annie’s Law, became effective on April 6, 2017. The law made several important changes to our drinking-and-driving laws.For first offenders convicted of OVI, the changes include reinstatement of suspended driving...