It seems like every news station focuses on fentanyl and the number of individuals who have died from overdosing or poisoning. In addition, recent years have led to many states legalizing marijuana and some even legalizing deadlier drugs. Ohio has not legalized...

Criminal charges in college can significantly impact your life in several ways, especially if you accept them without defending yourself. Seeking knowledgeable representation is key to helping you protect your future. Here are five unfortunate ways accepting criminal...

Many people underestimate the financial impact that criminal charges can have on their life, from the cost of bail to legal fees to loss of earning potential. One way people can protect their financial future is by familiarizing themselves with the economic impacts of...

If a law enforcement officer arrests you, you should request an attorney and not answer any questions. This is your constitutional right. In criminal arrests that include a custodial interrogation, law enforcement must read you a Miranda warning. This lets you know...

Dealing with the court system can be difficult.  Lawyers know the law, court procedure, and the Court’s general practices.  Legal matters are challenging, which can involve complex negotiations and legal analysis. In these cases, it is better to have a lawyer. Lawyers...

It can happen any time you're driving through Columbus: a police vehicle behind you turns on its siren and flashing lights. You're getting pulled over. What happens next can mean you will get arrested, spend the night in jail and face criminal charges like OVI or drug...

Reckless operation of a motor vehicle is not necessarily a serious criminal offense, but with a conviction, you gain the label of a dangerous driver. Whether it is driving at excessive speeds, ignoring traffic signals or racing, you have a scarlet letter on your...

An encounter with police can be intimidating. On the one hand, you do not want the situation to escalate, but you also want to stand up for your rights. Now that phones carry an increasing amount of personal information, it can be intimidating when an officer asks to...

You might never have experienced getting pulled over by a police officer or state trooper, but you have probably seen it happen to someone else. You have likely witnessed officers watching as a driver they suspect of driving while impaired performs various tests of...

You might be able to leave prison before serving your entire sentence, and our experienced attorneys at The Law Offices of Saia & Piatt Inc. are here to assist you in getting out early. Judicial release is a form of early release granted by your judge. When a...