Criminal Defense Attorney – Polaris, Ohio

If you have been charged with a criminal offense in the Polaris area of central 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 Columbus and Delaware, 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.

Polaris – Where Will Your Case Be Heard?

If you have been arrested in the Polaris area, your case will be filed in Delaware County or Franklin County, depending upon exactly where you were arrested. Both counties have a Municipal and Common Pleas Court. Municipal courts 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:

• Domestic Violence
• Assault
• Marijuana Possession
• DUI / OVI

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

• Drug Trafficking
• Felonious Assault
• Theft
• Illegal Drug Manufacture/Cultivation of Marijuana

Where are the Delaware and Franklin County Courts Located?

Delaware County Municipal Court is located at 70 North Union Street, Delaware, Ohio 43015. Delaware County Common Pleas Court is located at 91 North Sandusky Street, Delaware, Ohio 43015. Refer to the following map below.