Wisehart Wright Trial Lawyers | January 15, 2026 | Criminal Defense
Finding out there’s a warrant for your arrest is stressful enough. However, when it’s from another state, the situation becomes even more complicated. An out-of-state warrant can sometimes follow you across state lines, possibly leading to an arrest in your home state or anywhere else in the country. Learning about what an out-of-state warrant means […]
Wisehart Wright Trial Lawyers | January 13, 2026 | Criminal Defense
Whether you’re pulled over on the highway, approached on the sidewalk, or stopped in a public place, interactions with police can be stressful, confusing, and — in some cases — intimidating. One of the most important moments in any such encounter is understanding your legal status. Many people misinterpret their rights because they don’t know […]
Wisehart Wright Trial Lawyers | January 2, 2026 | Criminal Defense
Under Ohio law, a petitioner must present evidence that they are in danger of harm in some way to obtain a protection order. Courts don’t issue orders like these lightly and generally require proof that the alleged offender has committed or will commit specific kinds of behavior. A protection order (may also be referred to […]
Wisehart Wright Trial Lawyers | October 29, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Carrying or using a fake ID in Ohio is treated seriously, no matter what your age is or what the reason is. It’s important to understand when these charges can apply and what you’re facing if you are going through this situation. Prohibited Behaviors in Ohio Ohio prohibits these behaviors involving driver’s licenses or ID […]
Wisehart Wright Trial Lawyers | September 7, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Many people facing criminal charges believe the alleged victim can simply “drop the charges” and end the case. However, the legal process is far more complex. Understanding how charges are dismissed is essential for anyone accused of a crime. What Does it Mean to Drop Charges? To drop charges means that the prosecutor decides not […]
Wisehart Wright Trial Lawyers | August 5, 2025 | Criminal Defense
According to the FBI’s most recent crime statistics, Port Clinton, Ohio, has relatively safe neighborhoods. The most recent year with complete statistics, 2022, included the second-lowest numbers for violent crimes and the third-lowest for property crimes over the preceding decade. In other words, these crimes have fallen significantly since 2013 and are now sitting near […]
Wisehart Wright Trial Lawyers | December 14, 2022 | Criminal Defense
Have you or a loved one been arrested for drug possession in Ohio? It’s a scary experience, but whether you were found in possession of prescription drugs, marijuana, or other illegal substances, you can still defend yourself. If successful, you may have the drug charges against you dropped or qualify for reduced penalties. Why Defending […]
Wisehart Wright Trial Lawyers | December 4, 2022 | Criminal Defense
You’re getting ready for bed when you receive a phone call from an unknown number. It’s your loved one calling from jail. What do you do? A Sandusky criminal defense attorney will explain how you can get a loved one out of jail in Ohio. What Is Bail? Depending on the situation, your loved one […]
Wisehart Wright Trial Lawyers | May 11, 2021 | Criminal Defense
Drug charges in Ohio are no laughing matter. You could be facing severe penalties if you don’t defend yourself. Don’t trust your defense with a court-appointed attorney or try to go at it alone. You need a lawyer who can aggressively defend you, no matter what the drug charges are. Get help presenting a compelling defense. Call […]
Wisehart Wright Trial Lawyers | February 24, 2021 | Criminal Defense
Operating a vehicle while intoxicated – or an OVI – is a crime that penalties increase dramatically for subsequent offenses. Sometimes called DUI, the state punishes repeat OVIs harshly because the offender didn’t learn from their mistakes and didn’t discourage others from doing the same. Judges and prosecutors don’t take second or third OVI’s lightly, […]