Criminal Defense Attorney – Madison County, Ohio
If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Madison 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 Madison 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.
Madison County, Ohio – Where Will Your Case Be Heard?
Misdemeanor offenses in Madison County, Ohio are heard in Madison County Municipal Court. For a felony offense, the charge will be filed in Madison County Common Pleas Court.
What Types of Cases are Heard in Madison County Municipal and Common Pleas Courts?
Madison County Municipal Court hears misdemeanor offenses. The following are common examples of misdemeanor offenses heard in Madison County Municipal Court:
- Possession of Marijuana (under 200 grams)
- Drug Paraphernalia
- DUI / OVI
- Domestic Violence
- Obstructing Official Business
- Petty Theft
Madison County Common Pleas Court hears all felony offenses. The following are common examples of felony offenses heard in Madison County Common Pleas Court:
- Drug Possession
- Theft
- Felonious Assault
- Juvenile Offenses
- Receiving Stolen Property
- Breaking and Entering
Where are the Madison County Courts Located?
Madison County Municipal Court is located at 55 North Oak Street, London, Ohio 43140. Refer to the map below for further directions.
Madison County Common Pleas Court is located at 1 North Main Street, London, Ohio 43140. Refer to the following map below for further directions.
Madison County, Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Madison County, Ohio, contact Johnson Legal, LLC and speak with an experienced and dedicated Madison 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 Madison County, Ohio: London Mayor’s Office, Parks and Recreation, Water Department, City Council
London, Ohio Police Department
Glenn Nicole, Police Chief
10 East First Street
London, Ohio 43140
(740) 852-1111 (non-emergency)
911 (emergency)
Madison County Sheriff’s Department
222 Garfield Ave
London, Ohio 43140
(740) 852-1212 (non-emergency)
911 (emergency)
Madison County Common Pleas Court
Honorable Eamon Costello
1 North Main Street
London, Ohio 43140
(740) 845-1780
Zahid H. Siddiqi
102 South Main Street
London, Ohio 43140
(740) 852-2170