Smell is one of the ways that law enforcement officers are able to locate drug manufacturing facilities. The host of different chemicals used to manufacture methamphetamine, in particular, can give off strong odors that may alert neighbors or even nearby pedestrians...
Drug Crimes
Are no-knock warrants legal in Ohio?
Recently, state officials convened in Columbus to discuss how no-knock warrants will be dealt with in the future. State Attorney General Dave Yost hosted a bipartisan group of prosecutors from Ohio’s three largest cities — Cincinnati, Cleveland and Columbus. Their...
If you get an OVI or DUI, you could lose your license
Drug crimes are serious, and two that could have a lasting impact on your life are an OVI or DUI. OVIs and DUIs can happen when people are intoxicated by alcohol, but they can also be a result of drug impairment. If you are impaired by drugs while driving, or if it’s...
5 accused of trafficking drugs after no-knock warrant carried out
Cincinnati is a major city, and therefore it is not unusual to see major efforts to enforce the laws and capture criminals. Sometimes, however, people get caught up in arrests who don’t belong there. Did you know that a recent drug bust led to five people being...
What is “possession with intent” in Ohio?
You have been a casual drug user for a while, and so are some of your friends. While you never messed around with "hard stuff" like methamphetamine, you see nothing wrong with enjoying a few marijuana edibles or a little Ecstasy now and then. You have a good source,...
Doctors can get caught up in prescription drug scams
When you decided to become a doctor, you expected there to be new challenges every day. However, you were expecting challenges to your brain -- not to your good reputation. Each year, many hard-working, well-intentioned doctors inadvertently find themselves accused of...
Why drugs, alcohol and weapons don’t mix
There’s a tie between drugs and weapons that can’t be denied. Not only is it illegal to have guns around drugs, but it’s also extremely dangerous. A person who’s using drugs isn’t likely going to make sound decisions, which can lead them to do things they wouldn’t...
Darknet sting leads to 179 arrests worldwide, 5 indictments in Ohio
If you live in Cincinnati, then you may be familiar with Operation DisrupTor, which was aimed at reducing the number of online drug sales through the darknet. The group online has been accused of shipping and selling drugs around the world. Those drugs allegedly...
Know the differences between drug crimes
Ohio residents may not be aware that drug distribution charges are usually more serious than drug possession charges. However, people often face both together, making the resulting punishment even more serious than it would have been had only one of the charges been...
Alleged drug dealer arrested in ‘Pugs Not Drugs’ t-shirt
Police officers in Ohio recently arrested a man who they think may be connected to a number of drug overdoses in the state. They think that he has been transporting fentanyl and heroin, and he is now facing drug trafficking charges. Reports of the arrest are very...