The Law Library Staff prepares "Research Frequently Asked Questions" (FAQs) for the convenience of our users to provide access to a variety of sources addressing particular points of law. These are general legal information sources, and are not to be construed as a substitute for personal legal advice from an attorney. Please seek legal counsel to help you determine the applicability of any of the information in these resources to your specific situation. The Law Library makes no recommendation as to whether you should purchase any services offered by the websites contained in this FAQ.
General material on criminal law may be found on:
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Nolo Press - Criminal Law
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Findlaw - Criminal Law Center
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Expert Law - Criminal Law
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Legal Information Institute - Criminal Procedure
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Legal Information Institute - White Collar Crime
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American Civil Liberties Union - What to Do If You're Stopped by Police
The following sites contain material specific to Ohio:
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Ohio State Bar Association - Law Facts Pamphlet: Your Rights if Questioned, Stopped or Arrested by the Police
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Cuyahoga County - Criminal Docket
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Office of the Public Defender - Common Questions & Answers
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Sheriff’s Office - Criminal Case Records
For an affidavit of indigency, see:
For information on federal crimes see:
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US Code: Title 18 - Crimes And Criminal Procedure
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US Attorney's Manual, Title 9: Criminal Division
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Indian Country: Criminal Jurisdiction