Criminal Defense Attorney – Canal Winchester, Ohio

If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Canal Winchester, Ohio, it is important that you hire legal counsel. Contact Attorney David Johnson of Johnson Legal, LLC at (614) 987-0192 to review your case and discuss with you how to proceed. As an experienced and dedicated Canal Winchester, Ohio criminal defense attorney, he will be with you at your first court appearance (called an “arraignment”) and attempt to have the case dismissed. In the event that the charges are not dropped, a pretrial hearing will be conducted.

Depending on what the charge is, and where it will be heard, negotiations will begin with the prosecutor and evidence will be gathered to support your defense. If negotiations fail to produce a favorable plea agreement, or you decline to accept the plea agreement, your case will be set for trial. At trial, Attorney Johnson will vigorously defend you. However, if you are found guilty, Attorney Johnson will seek all avenues available that will allow you to avoid jail or prison.

Canal Winchester, Ohio – Where Will Your Case Be Heard?

Misdemeanor offenses in Canal Winchester, Ohio are heard either in Canal Winchester Mayor’s Court, Fairfield County Municipal Court or Franklin County Municipal Court. For a felony offense, the charge will be filed in Fairfield County Common Pleas Court or Franklin County Common Pleas Court.

What Types of Cases Does Canal Winchester, Ohio Mayor’s Court Handle?

Canal Winchester, Ohio has its own set of ordinances that describe crimes and penalties if you are convicted of a criminal offense. Below are several examples of common criminal offenses in Canal Winchester, Ohio:

Where is the Canal Winchester, Ohio Mayor’s Court Located?

Canal Winchester Mayor’s Court is located at 36 South High Street, Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110. Refer to the map below for further directions.

How Do Mayor’s Courts Differ from Municipal Courts?
Mayor’s courts are unique in that they not permitted to conduct jury trials. Additionally, cases are heard by either the mayor or a magistrate appointed by the mayor. If a defendant wishes to have a jury trial, or simply does not want the mayor’s court to hear his or her case, the defendant can have the case transferred to the applicable county municipal court. In addition, if a defendant is convicted in a mayor’s court, he or she may appeal the conviction to the appropriate county municipal court.

There are advantages to having your case heard in a mayor’s court. For instance, mayor’s courts are more informal than municipal courts. Moreover, mayor’s courts are more conveniently located than a county municipal court and many provide evening hours for the hearing of cases.

Canal Winchester, Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Canal Winchester, Ohio, contact Johnson Legal, LLC and speak with an experienced Canal Winchester, Ohio criminal defense attorney. Attorney David Johnson of Johnson Legal, LLC will discuss your case and assist you in fighting the charges. Call (614) 987-0192 or send an email to schedule a consultation regarding your criminal case. For further information, consult Johnson Legal, LLC’s Criminal Defense Blog.

Helpful links for Canal Winchester, Ohio: Canal Winchester Parks and Recreation, City of Canal Winchester, Canal Winchester City Council, Canal Winchester Planning and Zoning

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Lancaster, Ohio 43130

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