Criminal Defense Attorney – Knox County, Ohio

If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Knox County, 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 Knox County, 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 pre-trial 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.

Knox County, Ohio – Where Will Your Case Be Heard?

Misdemeanor offenses in Knox County, Ohio are heard in Mt. Vernon Municipal Court. For a felony offense, the charge will be filed in Knox County Common Pleas Court.

What Types of Cases are Heard in Mt. Vernon Municipal Court and Knox County Common Pleas Courts?

Mt. Vernon Municipal Court hears misdemeanor offenses. The following are common examples of misdemeanor offenses heard in Mt. Vernon Municipal Court:

Knox County Common Pleas Court hears all felony offenses. The following are common examples of felony offenses heard in Knox County Common Pleas Court:

Where are the Knox County Courts Located?

Mt. Vernon Municipal Court is located at 5 N Gay Street, Mt. Vernon, Ohio 43050. Refer to the map below for further directions.

Knox County Common Pleas Court is located at 111 E High Street, Mt. Vernon, Ohio 43050. Refer to the map below for further directions.

Knox County, Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Knox County, Ohio, contact Johnson Legal, LLC and speak with an experienced and dedicated Knox County, 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.

Helpful Links for Knox County, Ohio: Knox County Clerk of Courts, Knox County Commissioners, Knox County Treasurer, Knox County Jobs and Family Services

Knox County Prosecutor’s Office

117 E High Street, Suite 234

Mt. Vernon, Ohio 43050

(740) 393-6720

Mt. Vernon Law Director

5 N Gay Street, Suite 222

Mt. Vernon, Ohio 43050

(740) 393-9562

Knox County Sheriff’s Department

11540 Upper Gilchrist Road

Mt. Vernon, Ohio 43050

(740) 397-3333

Mt. Vernon Police Department

5 N Gay Street

Mt. Vernon, Ohio 43050

(740) 397-2222