Felony, Misdemeanor and DUI Defense Lawyer in Mansfield, Ohio
When charged with a crime, you may face serious consequences - the threat of jail or prison, monetary fines, suspension of your driver's license, or other potential sanctions. You need an attorney who will devote the effort necessary to obtain the best possible outcome.
Attorney Boyd has former felony experience as a county prosecutor. He will protect your rights and get results. If the police searched you and found drugs or guns, you may need Attorney Boyd to file a Motion to Suppress the evidence. He has defended charges from first degree felony firearm and sex crimes, down to minor misdemeanor speeding tickets. He also has successfully filed appeals for prison inmates.
Put his experience to work to guide you through the criminal justice system with confidence in your corner. If you are the subject of a criminal investigation, don't make any statements to law enforcement. Don't try to go it alone. If you or someone you know has been arrested and charged with a crime, or is in prison and needs assistance, contact Attorney Boyd today for aggressive and proper representation.
Criminal Defense:
Traffic Offenses
No offense is too small for our office. We have an affordable, efficient process to represent clients for all moving violations, ranging from speeding tickets to driving under suspension. We want to get your ticket reduced or dismissed so you can avoid points on your license. We can help you avoid consequences such as license suspensions, and help you obtain limited driving privileges if you are suspended. We will go to court so that you don't have to.
Driving Under the Influence
Driving Under the Influence laws are relatively complex. Legal representation will help you understand your rights and get the best possible outcome. For example, a conviction for DUI carries mandatory jail time, mandatory fines, mandatory license suspensions, six (6) points on your driver's license, result in higher insurance rates, and more. We can help reduce or dismiss your charges to avoid jail, reduce fines, avoid a license suspension, get driving privileges, avoid points on your license, avoid special license plates, avoid probation, and obtain jail alternatives like enrollment into a Driver's Improvement Program.'
Felonies
A felony in Ohio carries a potential prison sentence of anywhere from a minimum of six (6) months to a maximum of life without parole. It is essential to hire a lawyer with significant felony experience. Attorney Boyd is a former felony prosecutor who has taken what he learned to defend accused individuals. He has defended over twenty (20) cases to juries, including people charged with rape, involuntary manslaughter, firearms offenses, serious drug charges, and more. In cases that are not destined for jury trial, he is familiar with the programs available and how to obtain the best outcome when negotiating with the prosecution.
Drug Charges
Public perception of drug crimes is slowly changing. For example, although marijuana remains a federally illicit substance, is becoming recreationally legal in many states, and Ohio has legalized its use for medicinal purposes. Nonetheless, Ohio criminal laws have not caught up with how to charge THC and the quickly-evolving, new types of THC compounds. Additionally, new laws have taken on the opioid crisis, establishing mandatory probation for low-level drug crimes and immunity from prosecution when an overdosing person enters rehab. Attorney Boyd is familiar with current Ohio law, and the programming available to not only prevent legal trouble, but also get on the path to health and sobriety.
Firearm Offenses
Firearms law in Ohio continues to evolve. Ohio is now a Constitutional Carry state, where it is lawful to possess a concealed firearm without obtaining a permit. Nonetheless, individuals must meet certain qualifications to do so. Attorney Boyd is familiar with the ever-changing law and its impact on criminal prosecution. Additionally, he is part of the United States Concealed Carry Association as a Critical Response member, representing its members in self-defense justified shootings. In addition to being a proponent of the Second Amendment, Attorney Boyd has represented numerous previously-convicted individuals in successfully obtaining a restoration of their right to bear firearms.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence laws have become progressively more stringent due to political pressure. Attorney Boyd not only has experience as a felony prosecutor and criminal defense attorney, but also in the domestic relations court in divorce, custody, and civil protection order cases. Domestic violence convictions often have far-reaching consequences affecting the right to bear firearms, as well as impact in family court litigation such as divorce and custody determinations. Attorney Boyd has the experience to understand the dynamic interfamilial relationships involved in defending domestic violence charges, often receiving favorable outcomes for his clients. Additionally, he can anticipate the broad variety of consequences that may follow from domestic violence charges.
Sex Offenses
Sex offenses are some of the most complex of all criminal charges. The elements of determining whether an offense has even been committed can be highly technical. The nature of the evidence in a case often involves digital information and device data extraction, which can be highly technical. The consequences, especially involving sex offender registration laws and mandatory sentences, are also highly technical. If you are facing a sex offense charge, or concerned that one may be levied against you, it is important to seek legal representation from an attorney experienced with these charges and prosecutions. Attorney Boyd can help.
Other Offenses
We represent individuals in other criminal defense matters. If you have a question, just ask! Please give us a call to schedule a consultation with the lawyer.