Murder Cases are Big Cases.

You don’t want just any defense lawyer in Northeast Ohio to defend you if you have been detained on a charge of murder. Only someone with more than 2 decades of experience will do. So, if you or a loved one is charged in a homicide, call Akron criminal defense attorney Jon Sinn right away.

Whether it’s an accident or a matter of self-defense, Jon Sinn has the right strategy to deal with the case. Perhaps you need an attorney in the Akron area to handle a vehicular homicide case. Jon Sinn is the right choice!

For attempted murder, justifiable homicide, or even if the death penalty is on the table…call Jon Sinn right away. Akron area criminal defense lawyer Jon Sinn is always a phone call away.

The Romeo and Juliet Law in Ohio.

Where fore art thou?  This is not about where, but rather what.  What is the Romeo and Juliet Law?  Very simply, it is designed to prevent the prosecution of underage couples who engage in consensual sex when both participants are very close in age to each other, but one or both are below the age of consent.

So, what is the age of consent in the State of Ohio?  It is currently 16.  Someone who has passed their 16th birthday can consent to have sex with another individual no matter what their age difference is.  Now here is an interesting caveat… Ohio's age of consent law currently only applies to heterosexual encounters.

Whether you agree with the above or not, it is the law pure and simple.  Sex crime defense attorney Jon Sinn is determined to defend it.  No matter what your peers may think, the only sin you may have committed is NOT calling Jon.  If you or a loved one is involved in any type of sex crime call attorney Jon Sinn in Akron at (330) 431-0160.

Rehab vs. Jail…No Brainer!

People all over Ohio are arrested for drug crimes every day.  Nationwide, about one in 12 Americans are considered to be addicted to a substance.  Just remember; you are NOT alone!  Most of the time, jailtime for drug and alcohol related offenses doesn’t work.  Three out of four people who spend time in jail will commit the same crime when they are released.

Here is a startling stat.  Half of inmates nationwide meet substance dependence criteria, but only about one in ten get any treatment!  This wide disparity is largely the result of overcrowded courtrooms.  In those rooms drug offenses are treated with extreme severity.  That is just the way it is nationwide and in Northeast Ohio.

One answer is to call Akron drug defense attorney Jon Sinn.  If you or a loved one has been arrested for a drug-related crime call attorney Sinn immediately.  Many times, the only sin you may have committed under the law is NOT calling Jon.  Please visit his website at sinnlaw.com.  Then give him a call anytime day or night at (330) 431-0160.

Sex Crime Conviction is a Lifetime Stigma.

Isn’t that the truth.  Evermore these days in America even the accusation carries a negative vibe moving forward.  You cannot just accept a sex crime arrest without an aggressive defense!  Indeed, every sex crime has its own unique set of circumstances, but one thing is certain, being found guilty is a life-changer.

Here are some types of sex crimes –

1.  Indecency with a minor

2.  Aggravated sexual assault

3.  Statutory rape

4.  Possessing child pornography

5.  Internet sex crimes

The landscape has changed, and the prosecution has ramped up its vigorous pursuit of sex crime offenders.  If someone you care about has been accused of a sex crime in the state of Ohio please immediately call Akron sex crime criminal defense attorney Jon Sinn.  It may simply be a case that the only sin you have committed is not calling Jon.  That’s Jon Sinn at (330) 431-0160.

It’s Time to Come Home.

How do you apply for judicial release in the State of Ohio and what is judicial release?  The Buckeye State provides an avenue for early release from prison called judicial release. It’s a unique power that the sentencing judge has to grant inmates early release from prison under certain circumstances. 

Here are some of the parameters in filing for judicial release:

- If you’re serving less than two years you can file after 30 days.

- If your serving at least two years, but less than five years you can file after 180 days.

- If your prison term is for 5 years, you cannot file for release until after the fourth year.

- If your prison term is more than 5 years but less than 10 years, you must serve five years.

- If your prison term is more than 10 years, then you must serve half of your sentence or five   years, whichever is a greater amount of time.

Judicial release may be a way to reunite you with your loved one much sooner than you expected.  To discover how it may affect your family contact Akron criminal defense attorney Jon Sinn.  Don’t let your only sin become not calling Jon.  He may well be able to take action on your behalf in Ohio Criminal Court.  Call his Akron office at (330) 431-0160.

The Difference Between 1st and 2nd Degree Murder.

First and second degree murders all involve killings or inflicting very serious bodily harm to a person but only vary in degree.  First degree murder is basically defined as a murder that has a deliberate intent to take one’s life.  Contrarily, second degree murder is defined as an unplanned type of murder.

Obviously, the punishments for first and second degree murders also differ.  First degree murder has a heavier punishment compared to second degree murder.  People convicted of the latter are generally sentenced to a minimum of 20 years in an Ohio prison.  Understanding the charge of 1st or 2nd degree can make all of the difference.

Ohio criminal defense attorney Jon Sinn understands murder defense as well as anyone in the Buckeye State.  We don’t need to tell you that if a loved one has been arrested on a murder charge you should call Attorney Sinn immediately.  Who knows…the only sin you may have committed is not calling Jon right away.  That phone number is (330) 431-0160.

The Spotlight is on Sex Crimes.

These days sex crimes are magnified.  The “Me Too” movement and other forms of awareness have brought them to the forefront.  Perhaps, there is not another accusation that comes with the public perception of guilt more than being arrested for a sex crime.  The stigma will stay with you and it needs to be aggressively defended.

So many people are falsely accused in this “he-said, she-said scenario”.  It may be a charge of rape, perhaps it is harassment in the workplace, or even unlawful pornography on one’s computer.  Whatever the charge, they all carry the same perception that people seem to have…guilty until proven innocent.

That is NOT how our justice system is supposed to work!  It has to be the other way around.  If you or a loved one has been accused of a sex crime in the state of Ohio, your next call should be to Akron criminal defense attorney Jon Sinn.  The only Sinn you may have committed is not calling Jon.  That’s sex crime defense lawyer Jon Sinn at (330) 431-0160.

OVI vs. DUI.

You may have heard of both acronyms if you live in the Buckeye State.  What is the difference between OVI and DUI in Ohio?  The short answer is nothing.  DUI, of course stands for driving under the influence.  OVI is just a different way of expressing it.  It simply means operating a vehicle while the driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Just a reminder… you can be arrested for an OVI if you are found to have a blood alcohol content of 0.08 percent or higher.  Of course, that is where the Russian Roulette of it all comes into play.  How do you reach that limit?  Are you a five-foot-two 115 pound woman or a six-foot-three 210 pound man?  Alcohol consumption affects us all in a different way.

Here is the bottom line.  If you plead or are found guilty of an OVI or a DUI (a rose by any other name) for the first time, you will be jailed for a minimum of 3 days or up to 6 months and you can be fined up to $1,000!  The only sin you may have committed is not calling Jon Sinn.  He is an Akron Ohio drunk driving defense attorney.  Call him immediately at (330) 431-0160.

Rydell Brooks…One for the Books.

Have you ever heard of this University of Akron student?  He was a sophomore when he and Edward Davis of Akron were charged with attempted murder, felonious assault and carrying a concealed weapon.  The University of Akron basketball player was accused of firing shots at police officers during a traffic stop.  Then guns and masks were found in a van.

For starters, the bond was set at one million dollars!  His grandmother pleaded that the public reserve judgement until all of the facts were in.  When an Akron prosecutor said that there were a total of five guns and two ski masks found inside a 1997 Dodge Caravan that belonged to Brooks following his arrest the task became particularly daunting.

One of the first things that the Brooks family did was to hire Akron area criminal defense attorney Jon Sinn.  Jon has had decades both prosecuting and defending accused criminals in the State of Ohio.  Maybe the only sin that Rydell Brooks committed would have been not calling Jon.  Find out more about this case, and perhaps yours by calling Jon Sinn at (330) 431-0160.

Is it an Illness or Not?

There are varying degrees of opinions about people who are addicted to drugs.  Some say, lock ‘em up and throw away the key.  Others say, rehabilitation may be the right answer.  Sometimes it boils down to this…drug users need the proper treatment and it is entirely possible that drug dealers need better job opportunities where they are not looking over their shoulders.

Attorney Jon Sinn wants you to be aware of this phone number 1-800-662-HELP. 

It is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders.  Maybe the healing begins with this phone call.

If you or a loved one has been arrested for drug possession or trafficking, please call the Akron law office of Jon Sinn.  Sometimes the only sin you may have committed is not calling Jon.  Drug use, abuse, and distribution will continue in Ohio.  Don’t let it ruin your life!  Call Jon for a consultation at (330) 431-0160.

Hot Weather…Hot Tempers.

Let’s start with a simple fact…relationships are hard!  You have to work on them virtually every day.  When the weather heats up in Northeast Ohio, sometimes so do tempers.  The end of the school year is a welcomed time in many households.  Unfortunately, it has been statistically shown that domestic violence incidents increase in the summer months.

The stress increases with kids underfoot.  Hot summer temps make everyone uncomfortable.  More family gatherings = potentially more alcohol.  Remain aware and take a deep breath and try to avoid being caught up in the maelstrom of domestic violence this summer.  A tranquil situation can turn violent in seconds.

Above all else, if you have been accused of domestic violence in the Akron OH area immediately contact Northeast Ohio criminal attorney Jon Sinn.  There are at least two sides to every domestic violence story and the only sin you may have committed is NOT calling Jon right away.  He is domestic violence lawyer Jon Sinn at (330) 431-0160.

Give Me the Guy Who Used to Lock ‘em Up!

Say what?  Do you want to hire a criminal defense attorney who used to work in the office of the prosecutor?  Sure, you do.  That is an individual who knows what it is like on both sides of the aisle.  If he has the background to be a successful prosecuting attorney, then it stands to reason that his passion for defending the accused should burn even brighter.

That is exactly the case of Akron Ohio criminal defense lawyer Jon Sinn.  When attorney Sinn walked out of the University of Akron he “zipped” right over to the Summit County Prosecutor’s office.  There, he quickly became on of Ohio’s top young prosecutors and eventually rose to the title of Chief of his division.

But, Jon Sinn had a greater calling.  He wanted to DEFEND not PROSECUTE.  In this century he has become one of Northeast Ohio’s most noted criminal defense attorneys.  If you ever need him he is just a phone call away.  The only sin you may have committed is NOT calling Jon.  Attorney Jon Sinn at (330) 431-0160.

Being Accused of a Sex Crime.

There is no infraction ripped from today’s headlines more than the subject of sex crimes.  Every accusation is taken very seriously as it should be.  We know that there are various levels of criminal activity that fall into this category, but unlike the old days of “he said, she said” this stuff really needs to be defended vigorously!

So, what about sex crimes in the state of Ohio?  First of all, rest assured that if you or a loved one has been accused you have rights.  Even if you are petrified, you must think and act calmly and immediately contact a qualified criminal defense attorney with experience in defending his clients against these allegations.

Your answer may well be Ohio sex crime defense attorney Jon Sinn.  Attorney Sinn has the right skills to defend you.  Whether you are falsely accused, or the evidence is overwhelmingly against you, he is on YOUR side.  The only sin you may have committed is not calling Jon.  Northeast Ohio’s criminal defense lawyer Jon Sinn at (330) 431-0160.