Criminal Defense Attorney – Hilliard, Ohio
If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Hilliard, 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 Hilliard, 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.
Hilliard, Ohio – Where Will Your Case Be Heard?
Misdemeanor offenses in Hilliard, Ohio are heard either in Hilliard Mayor’s Court or Franklin County Municipal Court. For a felony offense, the charge will be filed in Franklin County Common Pleas Court.
What Types of Cases Does Hilliard Mayor’s Court Handle?
Hilliard, 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 criminal offenses under Hilliard’s Codified Ordinances:
- Possession of Marijuana
- Drug Abuse Instruments
- Driving Under the Influence (DUI / OVI)
- Disorderly Conduct
- Obstructing Official Business
Where is the Hilliard, Ohio Mayor’s Court Located?
Hilliard Mayor’s Court is located at 5171 Northwest Parkway, Hilliard, Ohio 43026. Consult the map below for further directions.
When are Hilliard Mayor’s Court Hearings Held?
Hilliard Mayor’s Court is in session every Wednesday, and defendants can sign in at 7:30 AM.
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.
Hilliard, Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Hilliard, Ohio, contact Johnson Legal, LLC and speak with an experienced and dedicated Hilliard, 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 case. For further information, consult Johnson Legal, LLC’s Criminal Defense Blog.
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