Canal Winchester, Ohio Drug Defense Attorney

Drug Defense Attorney – Canal Winchester, Ohio

If you have been charged with a drug 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 drug defense attorney, Attorney Johnson will be with you at your first court appearance (called an “arraignment”) and attempt to have the case dismissed. In the event that the drug charges are not dropped, a pretrial hearing will be scheduled.

Depending upon what the particular drug charge is, and where it is 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, 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 prison or jail.

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

Depending upon the location, type and level of drug-related offense that you are charged with, your case will be heard in Canal Winchester Mayor’s Court, Fairfield County Municipal Court, Franklin County Municipal Court, Fairfield County Common Pleas Court or Franklin County Common Pleas Court. Misdemeanor drug offenses, such as marijuana possession and drug paraphernalia, will be heard in Canal Winchester Mayor’s Court or Municipal Court. Felony drug offenses, such as drug trafficking and illegal drug manufacture, will be heard in Common Pleas Court.

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

Canal Winchester, Ohio has its own set of codified ordinances that describe certain drug offenses and the penalties upon conviction. Below are several examples of drug offenses under Canal Winchester’s Codified Ordinances:

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. Consult 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 Drug Defense Attorney

If you have been charged with a drug offense in Canal Winchester, Ohio, contact Attorney David Johnson at Johnson Legal, LLC to discuss your case. An experienced and knowledgeable drug defense lawyer in Columbus and Delaware, Ohio can help you fight the charge and achieve the best possible outcome. Call Johnson Legal, LLC at (614) 987-0192) or send an email to schedule a consultation with Attorney David Johnson.

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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