Felonies in Ohio
In Ohio, there are two major classifications of crimes:
- Felonies
- Misdemeanors
Felony. A felony is defined as a serious crime with a potential penalty of more than a year in prison all the way to the death penalty. The most serious felonies in Ohio are:
- Aggravated murder
- Murder
- Drug trafficking
- Kidnapping
- Rape
- Robbery
- Theft
- Arson
- Vehicular homicide
- Manslaughter
Misdemeanor. A misdemeanor is defined as a crime that generally involves a jail term of 6 months or less. Often a fine rather than a jail sentence is imposed for misdemeanors and other penalties for a misdemeanor may include:
- Probation
- Community service
- Restitution
Misdemeanors cover a variety of lesser offenses and do not come with prison sentences. A misdemeanor may include:
- Littering
- Speeding
- Drunken driving (first three offenses)
- Simple assault
There are several excellent reasons to contact a Cincinnati criminal defense law firm if you are charged with a felony or misdemeanor crime in Ohio.
A person charged with an Ohio felony faces significant prison time. A conviction in a felony charge can cost you years of your life, your reputation, family, and friends. In cases of aggravated murder or aggravated assault, the penalties can be very severe.
In some cases a seasoned Cincinnati criminal lawyer can bring about favorable plea agreements and/or get the charges dismissed altogether. Regardless of your circumstance, if charged with a felony in Ohio, retain criminal law attorney, Thomas R. Koustmer, located at 125 E Court St, Suite 1000, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
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