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Mother Charged With Neglecting Her Children Has Case Dismissed Not Even Half-way Through The Trial

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 18:30:00 GMT

Columbus criminal defense attorney, Edward Itayim represented a mother that the State was attempting to allege was put her children in harm's way. After a review of the facts and meeting with the client it was obvious to see that the facts as alleged were weak for the prosecution. After discussions with the prosecution were going nowhere fast, the only option was to have a trial. After the state finished with their first witness, and the Magistrate would not allow five of the other witnesses to testify, the prosecution had no other choice but to dismiss the case.

If you are experiencing a charge for neglection, contact our firm today.

Woman charged with Felonious Assault after stabbing another man gets reduced charge and sentenced to time served

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:25:00 GMT

Columbus criminal defense lawyer, Edward Itayim represented a woman involved with a very complicated situation. She had never been convicted of or pled guilty to any criminal offense; however, she was facing a two (2) year prison sentence. Days before the trial, the prosecutor offered a reduced charge. Moreover, he offered a negotiated penalty that would include the client never seeing the inside of a jail cell for this case again.

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Client Charged With A Drug Offense Into The Intervention In Lieu Program

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:20:00 GMT

Edward Itayim gets another client charged with a drug offense into the Intervention in Lieu Program. This successfully affords the client the opportunity to get his or her case dismissed upon completion of the program. After informing the client of his eligibility, Columbus criminal defense lawyer, Edward Itayim and The Meranda Law Firm worked side-by-side with their client to ensure he was successful in entering the program. The client now has the opportunity to keep his record clean. Given that this man was young and had aspirations of college, this was the best outcome he could have imagined.

Our firm can assist you if you have been charged with a drug crime, contact us today.

Immigration Issues Often Arise When Dealing With Criminal Law

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:15:00 GMT

Columbus criminal defense lawyer, Edward Itayim from The Meranda Law Firm represented a man that was charged with several drug offenses. His former counsel applied him for Intervention in Lieu of Conviction (ILC). Normally, this would be a great outcome for the client; however, for immigration purposes, it is like pleading to the charge itself. Once hired, Edward Itayim was able to successfully withdraw the client from ILC and have him plea to something that would allow him to stay in this country, as well as get him the help he needed to deal with his addiction.

Contact our firm today if you have been charged with a drug offense.

Juvenile Charged With 2 Counts Of Rape Involving A Child Under Age 13

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:10:00 GMT

Columbus criminal defense lawyer, Edward Itayim represented a Juvenile charged with 2 counts of Rape involving a child under the age of 13 pleas to reduced charge after several hearings including a seven (7) hour long suppression hearing of the Juveniles statement. Again, in a tough county, there is only one way to have negotiating power – preparation and willingness to go to trial. Months passed before the prosecutor would budge on the Rape charges. Although the client gave a full confession, which seemed to be coerced from the record, the client was able to get a reduced Gross Sexual Imposition charge.

Our firm can assist if you have been charged with rape crimes, contact us today.

Man charged with several drug and license charges gets pleas to a much reduced charge

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 18:05:00 GMT

Columbus criminal defense lawyer, Edward Itayim represented a client that was facing serious offenses and penalties for what would have been another drug conviction. After finally getting his license reinstated just months prior to the incident, the client was facing an additional mandatory suspension. On the scheduled trial date, the negotiated plea allowed the client to plea only to the Driving Under Suspension charge and the Drug Charge was subsequently dismissed.

Contact our office today, if you have been charged with a drug crime.

Client charged with Theft Gets Diversion

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Columbus criminal defense lawyer, Edward Itayim represented a woman charged with Theft in a tough county. Given the circumstances and nature of the offense, the young woman was facing potential jail time. After lengthy negotiations with the prosecutor, the client was applied to and accepted into the Diversion Program. This gave her the opportunity to have a clean record and continue to support her young child.

If you have been involved in a theft crime, contact our firm today.

Client Charged With An Assault Case Was Dismissed

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 17:52:00 GMT

Columbus criminal defense lawyer, Edward Itayim represented a gentleman charged with Assault. This man was charged after he was defending one of his friends that were being assaulted in a local bar. After several hearings and discussions with the prosecutor, the case was set for trial. Days before the trial, the Assault case was dismissed and the young man's record remained spotless.

If you are being charged with assault, contact our firm today.

Client Charged with 2nd Offense OVI Refusal Pleads to Underage OVI

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 21:05:00 GMT

Client was under 21 years old and was charged with OVI, 2^nd offense refusal and a marked lanes violation. The OVI offense carried a mandatory incarceration period of 20 days in jail, a fine, and a license suspension. The marked lanes violation was a minor misdemeanor that carried a possible penalty of $150.00. Columbus criminal defense attorneys filed a suppression motion in the case and at the hearing was able to negotiate out a plea offer that allowed the client to plead to a Misdemeanor of the third degree – Underage OVI. Client was given a minor fine and had to complete a three day driver intervention program.

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Expungement of Record Granted with Attorney Zachuary Meranda's Assistance

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Client was originally charged with a felony to identity fraud and plead to a misdemeanor offense. Client completed all necessary probation and paid restitution back in full. Columbus criminal defense attorney Zachuary Meranda filled the necessary paperwork and at the Expungement hearing was able to present enough evidence to have said motion granted. This client's indiscretion when she was a young adult could have haunted her for the rest of her career, but through defense counsels hard work she will be given a second chance.

If you or anyone you know if facing criminal charges, please contact our office.

Client charged with Menacing - Case Dismissed

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 20:50:00 GMT

MRDD client was charge with Menacing do to a statement the client made to another student. Through an investigation it appeared the complaining student was elaborating on facts and incidents that really did not take place. After showing this information to the State Prosecutor the case was dismissed. This case goes to show clients that they need to hire an Columbus criminal defense attorney that is willing to interview every witness available, because you never know what someone really witnessed until you do.

If you are experiencing criminal charges, contact our office to speak with an experienced attorney.

K2/ SPICE/ Orange Dragon .... It has many names and its illegal

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:00:00 GMT

A young college student was arrested and charged with Harmful Intoxicants for smoking what is known as K2 or Spice. Client was facing going to jail for up to 180 days in jail and a $1,000.00 fine. Columbus criminal defense attorney Zachuary Meranda was able to have the client placed into an Intervention in Lieu of Conviction program, which if completed successfully will allow the charges to be dismissed from her record.

Contact our office for a consultation, if you have been charged with a criminal offense.

Client charged with OVI, Failure to Control, Open Container, Marked Lanes and a Seat Belt violation in Franklin County, Ohio

Heather Stoppe — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Client hired Columbus criminal defense attorney Meranda to assist him with this trying matter. Counsel was able to negotiate out a plea deal where the Client pled guilty to the OVI offense and the subsequent charges were dismissed. Client was required to pay a minimum fine and complete a three (3) day driver intervention program. The end outcome saved the client his job and the embarrassment of going to jail.

Contact our office if you or someone you know is experiencing criminal charges.

Reynoldsburg Ohio Mayors Court - OVI 2nd Offense High Test Treated as a First Offense Refusal.

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 20:45:00 GMT

Client was stopped for a marked lanes violation and then subsequently arrested for OVI. Client complied with the Police Officer's requests and provided a breath sample in this case as well. The test came back over the legal limit of .08BAC and was higher than the .17BAC limit for high test under the Ohio Revised Code section. Through negotiations with the prosecutor, Columbus criminal defense was able to have the case treated as a first offense refusal saving the client 14 days incarceration. Over all, a good result for the client.

If you have been charged with a criminal offense, contact our office for a consultation.

High Test Dropped to Save Client Mandatory Incarceration Time

Columbus Criminal Defense Lawyer — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 19:48:00 GMT

Client was charged with OVI under Ohio Revised Code 4511.19. Client complied with all of the officer's request and provided a breath sample which resulted in a .184BAC. The legal limit in the State of Ohio is .08BAC. Any breath sample (BAC) over .17 is deemed a high test and per the statute requires a mandatory period of incarceration. Columbus criminal defense attorney Zachuary Meranda reviewed the breath logs at the police station to verify that the results were valid. Do to their validity, attorney Meranda negotiated out a plea offer in which the high test – i.e. mandatory jail time was dismissed. This saved the client 10 days in jail.

If you have been charged with a criminal offense, you should contact our office to schedule a consultation. A member of our legal team will be able to provide you with the best possible legal approach.