Marijuana Attorney – Reynoldsburg, Ohio

If you have been charged with a marijuana offense in Reynoldsburg, 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 marijuana 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 marijuana-related charges are not dropped, a pretrial hearing will be conducted.

Depending upon what the particular marijuana-related charge is, and where it is 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 prison or jail.

Reynoldsburg, Ohio – Where Will Your Case Be Heard?

Depending upon the type and level of marijuana offense that you are charged with, your case will be heard either in Reynoldsburg Mayor’s Court, Franklin County Municipal Court or Franklin County Common Pleas Court. Misdemeanor marijuana offenses, such as possession or cultivation, will be heard in either Reynoldsburg Mayor’s Court or Franklin County Municipal Court. Felony marijuana possession, cultivation, and trafficking will be heard in Franklin County Common Pleas court.

What Types of Marijuana Cases Does Reynoldsburg Mayor’s Court Handle?

Reynoldsburg, Ohio has its own set of codified ordinances that describe marijuana offenses and penalties if you are convicted. Below are several examples of marijuana-related offenses under Reynoldsburg’s Codified Ordinances:

• Possession of Marijuana
• Illegal Cultivation of Marijuana
• Possession of Marijuana Paraphernalia

Where is the Reynoldsburg, Ohio Mayor’s Court Located?

Reynoldsburg Mayor’s Court is located at 7232 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068. Consult the map below for further directions.

When are Reynoldsburg Mayor’s Court Hearings Held?

Reynoldsburg Mayor’s Court hearings are held each Thursday at 9:00 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.

Reynoldsburg, Ohio Marijuana Attorney

If you have been charged with a marijuana offense in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, contact Johnson Legal, LLC and speak with an experienced 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 marijuana case.

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