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Ohio’s disorderly conduct statute generally prohibits acting or speaking in an offensive way to another person.  However, the U.S.Constitution protects

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This case demonstrates the importance of attention to detail and knowledge of Ohio traffic law in defending a traffic case.

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In this case, police were conducting a “knock and talk” to discuss suspected drugs in the home.  The police did

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Police generally need either a warrant or “reasonable suspicion” that a crime or traffic violation has occurred to pull over

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Underage drinking citations often arise during or following parties at private homes.  If an officer actually enters a home and

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The U.S. Supreme Court recently considered whether the police can search someone’s cell phone data after they have been arrested.

Douglas Riddell Attorney

We received the good news yesterday that Attorneys Douglas Riddell and Bridget Purdue Riddell have been named yet again as

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One recent Ohio commercial trucking case demonstrates the importance of details in defending against a criminal or traffic charge. Here,

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In every OVI case, it is critical to examine the reason for the initial stop.  The police are required to