Posts by Soroka & Associates, LLC
Does an OVI Conviction Mean That I’ll Need an Ignition Interlock Device?
A conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol can have serious – and sometimes humiliating – consequences. For example, you may have had friends or family members with an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in their cars by court order. If you have an upcoming OVI case, you may be wondering what the likelihood…
Read MorePharmacies Also Held Responsible For Fueling the Opioid Crisis
The opioid crisis has devastated the lives of countless millions of people here in the United States. To curb the situation and pay for efforts, there have $4.5 billion settlement involving Purdue Pharmaceutical as well as a $26 million settlement in July 2021 against the three largest U.S. distributors that supply pharmacies and hospitals –…
Read MoreHow Accurate Are Breathalyzer Tests?
Columbus has lots of bars that adults frequent to blow off some steam and have a good time. If you just finished a big project at work or your college finals and celebrate out on a Friday night, you won’t be alone. Yet, if on your way home police suspect you are driving drunk and…
Read MoreRemember These Things When Selling Firearms in Ohio
If you’re a firearms enthusiast in Ohio, you most likely know the state is a traditional “open carry” state, meaning, if you are licensed to carry a firearm, you may do so openly and in public. There may be certain laws of which you are unaware, however, such as those that pertain to private sales…
Read MoreFederal Prisoners Rights – Compassionate Release
What Can We Do? We look to 18 U.S.C. Section 3582, otherwise known as the First Step Act. The First Step Act allows for the modification of an imposed term of imprisonment if there are extraordinary and compelling reasons that warrant such a reduction. How Does It Work? To grant a compassionate release, the courts…
Read MoreOhio Prisoners’ Rights During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak
Governor DeWine declared a state of emergency in response to COVID-19 just days before the World Health Organization declared it a “pandemic” requiring “urgent and aggressive action” to control its spread. After the first documented coronavirus cases in Ohio, in just five weeks, that number grew to 7153 confirmed cases, 2156 hospitalizations, and 309 deaths…
Read MoreDrug Trafficking is a Serious Federal Charge
When accused of any type of crime, it is important that Ohio residents understand their situation to the best of their abilities. If authorities recently took you into custody on suspicion of criminal actions, you may understandably want to know everything you can about how you came under suspicion, whether officers acted in accordance with…
Read MoreDrug Trafficking: Get the Facts and Get Representation
Right here in middle America, illegal drug use is a major issue. As this is the case, those thought to be bringing drugs into Ohio may face serious criminal consequences if authorities ultimately charge and convict them. Drug trafficking is not just a state offense; it is a federal offense, so the potential penalties associated…
Read More3 Ways to Protect Yourself During an OVI/DUI Stop
Like most states in the U.S., Ohio has very specific criminal laws when it comes to drinking and driving. In Ohio, operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is called OVI. Many people don’t realize this type of criminal offense is broken down into two categories. The first category is OVI…
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