Wickliffe Criminal Law Attorneys
Whether you have been arrested for a DUI or you face more serious charges, you deserve a lawyer who will stand up to protect you rights in court. At the Wickliffe, Affiliated Law Offices of John W. Shryock and Jay F. Crook, we defend the accused throughout Northeast Ohio. We protect juvenile and adults charged with misdemeanors and felonies, including federal defense work.
Dedicated Trial Attorneys Protecting Northeast Ohio
Contact the Affiliated Law Office of John W. Shryock & Jay F. Crook
As a former Lake county prosecutor working in the appeals, juvenile and family division, attorney Jay Crook has handled criminal law cases from both sides of the aisle. He knows Ohio prosecutors, he knows Ohio judges, and most importantly, he knows how they think. Our firm can help you prepare the best possible defense, so you will be ready to protect your rights in court.
When preparing for criminal jury trials, our understanding of the issues, legal analysis, and ability to make tactical decisions along the way sets us apart, no matter what criminal charges you may face:
- Violent Crimes, including murder and negligent homicide
- Theft, including burglary and robbery
- Sex Crimes, including rape
- Drug Cases, including possession and intent to distribute
- White Collar Crimes, including criminal fraud and RICO act
- Parole and Probation Violations
- Traffic Violations
- Expungements
OVI, DWI, and DUI
Have you been arrested for drunk driving or operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI)? If so, your arrest will trigger a criminal hearing and your right to drive will be suspended immediately. While one conviction may not seem like the end of the world, each subsequent offense builds upon the last. Your blood alcohol content, or BAC, can also affect the severity of your penalty.
An impaired driving conviction in Ohio can be a felony and all impaired driving convictions can result in mandatory incarceration. Therefore, you want an experienced lawyer handling every aspect of your case:
Defenses to Criminal DUI Charges
Before you can be convicted of a DWI, the stop, the test, and the machine all need to be verified. The determination regarding the legitimacy of the stop, test, and condition of the machine may have an effect the outcome of case.
Ohio DWI laws are changing all the time. It takes an experienced attorney who understands the most recent laws to effectively defend you rights. While a DUI can happen to anyone, the consequences are especially severe for semi drivers, taxi drivers, limo drivers, and truck drivers. A conviction can lead to loss of employment and commercial licenses are especially susceptible to suspension.
Contact Us
A DUI or other criminal conviction will have a major impact on your future. It is up to you to get the best possible defense. Open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., we also offer weekend and evening hours, so you can find out more about how to build your defense. Contact us today for a free initial consultation.
