Category Archives: Drug Offenses

Drug Offenses, Misdemeanor Offenses

Marijuana Crimes

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Although relatively safe, Ohio maintains punitive laws regarding possessing, sale and distribution of marijuana even if it is for medical purposes.

Simple possession of marijuana (less than 100 grams) is still a minor misdemeanor. All other Marijuana laws in Ohio have the following penalties:

  • Prison or jail sentence
  • License suspension
  • Probation
  • Drug treatment
  • Drug testing/urinalysis

 

How Can Mark Babb Help

  • Negotiate settlements out of court
  • Talk to police and prosecutors to avoid a conviction
  • Protect and assert constitution rights when it matters most

Contact Attorney Mark Babb for a free consultation to discuss your case. You don’t know your options until you know your rights.

Drug Offenses, Felony Offenses

Drug Trafficking

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Trafficking drugs in Ohio can be based on either actually selling drugs or being in possession of drugs with the intent to distribute.

Trafficking in drugs is a felony under Ohio law. A conviction for drug trafficking can seriously damage a person’s reputation and permanent record.

 

Potential Penalties for Trafficking include:

  • Mandatory or non mandatory prison time
  • Probation
  • Drug treatment
  • Drug Testing/Urinalysis
  • Mandatory license suspension up to three years

 

How Mark Babb Can Help

  • Fight to get your charges dropped or reduced
  • Talk with police and prosecutors to keep your case out of court
  • Work to protect your reputation and keep a drug conviction off your record
  • Work to keep you out of jail

 

Contact Attorney Mark Babb for a free consultation to discuss your case. You don’t know your options until you know your rights.

Drug Offenses, Felony Offenses, Misdemeanor Offenses

Possession of Drugs

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Possession of drugs is one of the most frequent charges in the State of Ohio. There are many different types of drug possession offenses, ranging from minor misdemeanors to first degree felonies. Factors which determine the seriousness of the offense include:

  • The type of drug involved
  • The total weight of the mixture containing the drug
  • Whether or not circumstances establish intent to distribute

Drug Conviction Penalties

  • Mandatory or non-mandatory prison sentences
  • Mandatory license suspension
  • Up to three years probation
  • Drug treatment
  • Drug testing or urinalysis

Mark Babb Can Help

  • Fight to get charges dropped
  • Negotiate alternative to incarceration
  • Work to keep a drug conviction of your record
  • Protect you against illegal searches and seizures

Contact Mark Babb for a Free Consultation today.

Drug Offenses, Felony Offenses, Home, Sex Offenses

Charged with a Felony?

A felony is the most serious offense with which you can be charged.

Attorney Mark Babb is a successful criminal defense attorney who can defend you in court if you are charged with the following felony charges:

Felony Drug Offenses

Felony Sex Offenses

  • Gross Sexual Imposition
  • Rape
  • Unlawful Sexual Conduct with a Minor
  • Importuning
  • Sexual Battery
  • Illegal use of Minor in a Nudity Oriented Performance
  • Pandering Obscenity
  • Failure to Register as a Sex Offender

Other Felony Offenses

  • Felonious Assault
  • Aggravated Assault
  • Burglary
  • Robbery
  • CCW Carrying a Concealed Weapon
  • Weapons Under Disability
  • Safecracking
Driving Offenses, Drug Offenses, Home, Misdemeanor Offenses

Charged with a Misdemeanor?

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A misdemeanor charge, of any kind, can be scary. It is a charge to be taken seriously and requires thoughtful defense to minimize the impact on your life.

Attorney Mark Babb is a successful criminal defense attorney who can defend you in court if you are charged with the following misdemeanor charges:

Misdemeanors

  • Assault
  • Theft
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Possession
  • Paraphenalia
  • Menacing
  • Violating a Protection Order
  • Obstructing Official Business
  • Disorderly Conduct
  • Inducing Panic
  • Falsification
  • Failure to Comply

Driving Offenses

Additionally, driving offense misdemeanors, such as the following, can successfully be defended to clear you of the charge or minimize its impact.

  • Driving Under Suspension
  • Speeding
  • Reckless Operation
  • Hit / Skip Leaving the Scene of an Accident
  • Failure to Control
  • Fleeing and Eluding

Contact Attorney Mark Babb for a free consultation regarding your misdemeanor charge.