Criminal Defense Attorney – Mt. Gilead, Ohio

If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Mt. Gilead, 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 Mount Gilead, 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.

Mt. Gilead, Ohio – Where Will Your Case Be Heard?

If you have been arrested in Mt. Gilead, Ohio, your case will be filed in Mount Gilead Mayor’s Court, Morrow County Municipal Court or Morrow County Common Pleas Court. Morrow County Municipal Court hears all misdemeanor offenses, which is an offense that carries a maximum 6 months in jail and a $1000 fine. Common examples of misdemeanor offenses include the following.

Morrow County Common Pleas Court hears all felony offenses, which carry a minimum 6 months in jail and a $2500 fine. Common examples of felony offenses include the following:

Where are the Morrow County Courts Located?

Morrow County Municipal Court and Morrow County Common Pleas Court are located at 48 E High Street, Mt. Gilead, Ohio 43338. Consult the map below for further directions.

Mount Gilead, Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Mt. Gilead, Ohio, contact Johnson Legal, LLC and speak with an experienced and dedicated Mt. Gilead, 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 Mt. Gilead, Ohio: Commissioners, Board of Elections, Clerk of Courts, Department of Jobs & Family Services, Veterans Services

Morrow County Prosecutor’s Office

60 E High Street

Mt. Gilead, Ohio 43338

(419) 947-5515

Morrow County Sheriff’s Office

101 Home Road

Mt. Gilead, Ohio 43338

(419) 946-4444 (non-emergency)

911 (emergency)

Mt. Gilead Police Department

72 W High Street

Mt. Gilead, Ohio 43338

(419) 946-3333 (non-emergency)

911 (emergency)