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1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Ohio on
Q: Is there a legal way around tint law in ohio?

I hate that In ohio an officer can look into your windows in your car and then search if he finds something he thinks is suspicious, however they have limited the tint to 50% on the front side windows and reflective tints which allow more than enough light through have also been made illegal. I... Read more »

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams answered on Aug 24, 2021

There's no way around the tint laws, but it is also unlawful for an officer to search your vehicle based upon a guitar case no matter how sketchy it looks.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Ohio on
Q: I need to know aboit a plea deal

A friend was offered 36 months then uped to three yrs for two other xharges but then them charges were dropped but didn't take the extra time back away

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams answered on Aug 24, 2021

36 months and three years are exactly the same thing...

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Ohio on
Q: Is it illegal to drink and do drugs in front of kids

I have a friend who was arrested for drinking and doing drugs in her house in her house

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams answered on Aug 23, 2021

It is illegal to do drugs in front of kids or not. If there are kids present when you do drugs you are likely to be charged with child endangering on top of the drug charges. It is generally legal to drink and the presence of children does not change that. But, if you are so drunk that it presents... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Ohio on
Q: can my parents kick me out of there house if i just turned 18 and a senior in highschool?
Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams answered on Aug 23, 2021

As long as you remain in school, your parents are required to provide housing until you graduate. Also, because you are a resident of your home, they cannot simply kick you out. You would have to be evicted.

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Ohio on
Q: What do we do when the tenant in duplex beside us is smoking crack meth and its coming thru our walls making us sick??

I am elderly with health issues. I am getting migraines. Rapid heart beat. Nausea. Dizzy lightheaded. I have 3 underage grandbabies here last night and they were exposed to it. Landlord refuses to do anything about it

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams answered on Aug 23, 2021

Have you called the police? It is illegal to smoke crack and meth.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Juvenile Law and Real Estate Law for Ohio on
Q: Can I kick out my child once they turn 18 or do I have to legally evict from my home?

Said child is a troubled youth to put nicely with a list of juvenile offenses and a domestic violence. He has a drug addiction and has stolen from myself as well as his brothers and causes much turmoil in the home. Some say I have to evict since he receives mail other's say no. I am trying to... Read more »

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap answered on Aug 23, 2021

If you don't follow the proper eviction process, then he could sue you for unlawful eviction, and the court might order you to pay him monetary damages. But the eviction process takes a few weeks, and the situation could become uncomfortable at home during that time. If he makes threats of... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Ohio on
Q: My wife arrived in the USA on a CR1 immigrant visa. She already received her social security card. Can she work now?

She hasn't received her green card yet. Does she need that before she can legally work?

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder answered on Aug 20, 2021

Your wife is an LPR from the date her application was approved. She can work as long as an employer will hire her with out the card.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Ohio on
Q: Been talking to a girl here for a few months she's 17 and 6 months out from 18, parents don't approve

I want to be with her to as she's done alot to catch my attention how should I proceed? I'm in Ohio and the age of consent is 16 and I'm a bit confused on how that works exactly any help or advice would be much appreciated

Bruce Martin Broyles
Bruce Martin Broyles answered on Aug 20, 2021

You are a creep. To ask this question you know its wrong regardless of whether it is legal. You should obey her parent's wishes until she has completed school and has started her career. Career is not a part time job

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Ohio on
Q: i was convicted incrcerated 30 days for dui lost my ssi i thout it had to be over 30 days
Anthony Kozycki
Anthony Kozycki answered on Aug 19, 2021

I'm not sure what your question is. If you have questions regarding SSI, it would be better to contact an attorney that specializes in that field.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Intellectual Property for Ohio on
Q: I want to put something I created into my portfolio, but I work under an NDA and employer IP rights.

I'm a designer. The item is available for public availability on the company website and in advertising. It's to showcase for my personal portfolio for future employers. I signed an NDA when I was hired and our employee handbook shows my employer has exclusive rights to anything and... Read more »

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta answered on Aug 18, 2021

Depending on what it is you probably are out of luck

Consult with an attorney

You may be able to create something similar to show, something that is not infringing in your employer's rights

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Ohio on
Q: turned my i485 few months ago. I forgot to include a name where it said ‘alias’. can I include name in biometrics form
Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder answered on Aug 18, 2021

Yes you can.

If the name is crucial such as a familial name or first name you should send in a cover letter and amended page to the form.

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Ohio on
Q: My landlord illegally towed my car off the property and over 25 miles, do I have a case

The tow away zone sign on the building lists a different company from the one that towed my vehicle so I couldn't locate my car until the property manager looked into it and found out who towed it and they towed it over 25 miles away from my residence

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap answered on Aug 17, 2021

It is a minor misdemeanor to not have proper signage about towing. See this link: https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-4513.601 You could try working it out with landlord to reimburse you. Tell landlord you will talk to police or prosecutor. Or you could sue in small claims court... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Ohio on
Q: Can a male get in trouble for getting a 15 who is now 16 y.o pregnant and she told the family she was 17 and would be

She told the family she would be 18 but her mother came to my house to visit her and I made her tell her mom she was pregnant that's when her mom told her real age of 15. She has since turned 16 and the baby is due soon. Once we learned of her age my son broke it off with her now she's... Read more »

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams answered on Aug 16, 2021

Yes, he can get in a lot of trouble seeing how the baby is proof that he committed a criminal offense known as unlawful sexual conduct with a minor (commonly known as statutory rape).

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Ohio on
Q: I own a house and would like sister to move out. What are her rights and mine?

She's been in since I purchased house 17 years ago. I was amenable to it. It is entirely my house, she has no legal claim to it. We have a joint account which we use for household expenses and the mortgage. There has never been a lease or any written agreement of any sort. Not did I ever say... Read more »

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap answered on Aug 16, 2021

With no written lease, she is on a month to month tenancy, which can be terminated at the end of any month by giving 30 days written notice. Notice given in August would terminate the tenancy on September 30. If the tenant is not out by then, owner can give a 3 day written notice to vacate on... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Ohio on
Q: Is it illegal to divorce someone to avoid taking on their debt in the event of their death.
Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap answered on Aug 16, 2021

There are numerous grounds for divorce in Ohio. But you don't really need much of a reason - "incompatibility" is typical. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to consult a local divorce attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Ohio on
Q: Would I have an Illegal Search & Seizure case?

While sitting at a private property in vehicle the police pulls up with lights on, guns out & aggressive stating the car was reported stolen & proceeded with a search. They find a gun. Takes the property and let me go. (Car was never reported stolen) (gun was not mine either)

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams answered on Aug 13, 2021

If the car was not reported stolen, yes, you likely have a good Fourth Amendment issue. Assuming you were charged with something out of all this, you should work with a lawyer to bring that to light.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Ohio on
Q: my son is beening held in jail currently because his weed dealer called and reported him too the police for not paying

The dealer is a well known drugdealing tho he is white and my son is black. he admitted that he was not paid for the drugs he was delivering in court is this even legal

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams answered on Aug 13, 2021

While the dealer certainly exposes himself to possible charges his testimony that he delivered drugs to your son could of course wind your son up in trouble as well. Your son should be working with an attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Lemon Law for Ohio on
Q: How do I know when it's time to get a lawyer related to a consumer issue? Bad flooring, now on second repair.

Company sometimes doesn't answer their phone. I want my entire floor replaced. I'm tired of having repairs.

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams answered on Aug 13, 2021

It sounds like it probably is time to contact a lawyer right now.

1 Answer | Asked in Probate for Ohio on
Q: Probate: Can I hire an attorney from outside of the county the probate was filed? How are probate attys paid?

Executor has withheld her husband from most of his family years before he passed, cut off ties, likely blocked phone numbers, moved him to Florida. Will was suddenly changed 7 months before his passing. It excludes 5 out of 6 of his children. Will prior to executor meeting husband, still exists,... Read more »

Andrew Popp
Andrew Popp answered on Aug 13, 2021

To answer your question, yes you can hire an attorney who's office is outside the County probate was filed in. I would however, encourage you to find an attorney who practices in that County as each county Probate Court has their own rules and nuances. The other thing I will say is that... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Ohio on
Q: One of my sons just got pulled over he used his brothers social security number who be in trouble he may gave name

He may have given his name also I do not know this yet I don't want my other son to be in trouble can you help me

Andrew Popp
Andrew Popp answered on Aug 12, 2021

Yes, that can be an additional criminal charge. I suggest sitting down with a criminal defense attorney in your area to discuss. Keep in mind that attorneys cannot solicit or contact you directly, you will need to initiate contact.

Best of luck.

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