2925.11 Possession of controlled substances.

(A) No person shall knowingly obtain, possess, or use a controlled substance.

(3) If the drug involved in the violation is marijuana or a compound, mixture, preparation, or substance containing marijuana other than hashish, whoever violates division (A) of this section is guilty of possession of marijuana. The penalty for the offense shall be determined as follows:

(a) Except as otherwise provided in division (C)(3)(b), (c), (d), (e), or (f) of this section, possession of marijuana is a minor misdemeanor.

(b) If the amount of the drug involved equals or exceeds one hundred grams but is less than two hundred grams, possession of marijuana is a misdemeanor of the fourth degree.

Note: State laws are constantly changing — contact an attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify state marijuana possession laws.

Possession of marijuana in an amount of less than 100 grams is a minor misdemeanor offense in Cincinnati, Ohio. It is the lowest level offense and punishable by only a fine of up to $150. However, the penalties increase with the amount of the marijuana possessed. In addition, ANY conviction for possession of marijuana carries with it a MANDATORY DRIVER’S LICENSE SUSPENSION.

Further, a drug conviction can have serious ramifications on employment, your credibility, and may even be used against you in custody cases.

There are many defenses to the charge of possession of marijuana or other drugs. The defense begins with a thorough assessment of all the evidence to determine the strengths and weaknesses of the case. This will include: did the police have the right to search you or your vehicle, were the drugs analyzed by the crime lab, and can the State prove each and every element of the offense beyond a reasonable doubt.

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Whether you’re charged with a minor misdemeanor traffic offense or a felony of the 1st degree, we will aggressively advocate for you. Mark Wieczorek is available 24/7 and is committed to providing the best criminal defense counsel and customer service available. You will have access to our day or night to answer any questions or concerns you may have.

If you or a loved one has been charged with a crime contact us now. Time is not on your side – let us put our experience and proven results to work for you.

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Jonathan Chapa

03:51 20 Jul 19

Mark worked tirelessly on my case, and proved that his experience and dedication delivered the best case scenario for my trial. He was exceptional, and I highly recommend his representation for any defense need.

Charlie Schickel

15:09 18 Jul 19

I couldn’t have asked for a better representative. I was in a very difficult situation and Mark helped me out of it. I’m confident the outcome couldn’t have been any better, and Mark deserves the credit.

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21:47 16 Jul 19

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Devin

11:37 27 Jun 19

Mark was exceptional! We couldn’t have asked for a better attorney to represent us. Any time we had questions he was quick to respond and attentive to our needs. He thoroughly explained what would be happening and what to expect before court. Living hours away from him, he still made us feel like we were just as important as anyone else. We highly recommend using Mark Wieczorek!

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23:35 05 Jun 19

I'm not big on reviews because I take them with a huge grain of salt, but I had to do this one.Being new to the area, I had no knowledge of qualified attorneys, but I needed one and now! I asked friends and coworkers. They gave me leads and I followed them, from low end to high end. Each time I hung up the phone, I didn't get a good vibe. I sent a text to a very high established firm and they had someone from their "financial" end promise the world. Others took their sweet time getting back to me, while a few sounded as though I was their first case with no knowledge or confidence. I don't recall how I found Mark's site, but as soon as I started reading his bio, I thought either this guy is the real deal or a master b.s. artist. I had to call. It was after 7 pm. Most other law offices said closed on their sites. Mark (not a receptionist or whoever) answered on the 2nd ring. I could tell almost immediately he was the man! Confidence, knowledge, experience. He listened to my story and responded with best and worst case scenarios. He gave me his rate. Not the cheapest but far from the most expensive. By the time we hung up, I didn't really care about the rate. I new Mark was the right choice. I hired him basically on the spot. I had questions leading up to trial and Mark answered them quickly by phone or text.When the court date arrived, I showed up early, but Mark was already there, working on the prosecutor! At the end of the day, the results were far better than I had imagined! I could have easily spent 3 times the money and gotten less. If 5 stars is the maximum, I give Mark 10. If I ever need representation again, I'm only calling one guy. Thanks again, Mark!

Steve Johnson

15:41 17 May 19

I could not be more impressed with Mark Wieczorek. From the beginning he explained in great detail what he would do and what would be expected when we went to court. Any time I called or text Mark he was quick to reply. Although I know he represents many, he made me feel my case was on the front burner. I was expecting the worst, but he reassured me and the outcome was more than I could ever have expected. Mark's fees were more than reasonable. I could not be more pleased. I highly recommend Mark Wieczorek!

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Katherine Wadle

14:33 25 Feb 19

Mark and his firm were so helpful with any and all questions and concerns I had day or night. He kept in contact though text which was nice in today's world and everyones busy schedules. His legal representaion was top notch and the outcome of my case I feel would not have gone as well as it did without his help and experience. I would highly recommend Mark and his firm to anyone in the western ohio region!

Gary Weaver

00:56 09 Feb 19

We the jury find the defendant not quilty (F1) 11 years. We the jury find the defendant not guilty (F3) 5 years. F4, F5, under PSI. He made the unbelievable believable. Mark gives his personal phone number and answered any text I sent with in 5 minutes. When I first met Mark he has an intimidating personality and he speaks with authority. He controls the court room just under the judge. The man has an IQ 150 or over. He went against a team of very aggressive prosecutors in a small town. I thought the system was going to fail me, but I am here speaking about it today. I am with my most important things in life my (FAMILY). I highly recommend him if you are need of an angle call Mark the wiz. I am just glad he was on my side it is an art just to watch him. He does not charge enough for what he does.. My up most respect to you Mark Wiescorek thank you, thank you, thank you... Highly recommended.... astonishing.

Dee Smith

15:46 01 Feb 19

I would highly recommend Mark Wieczorek if you are in need of an attorney. He helped us very much in the resolution of a family matter. He was on top of every detail, and very responsive when we reached out to him. His knowledge of the law and legal process is outstanding. We knew what to expect every step of the way.

Naomi Leatham

23:22 02 Dec 18

I have never taken the time to write a review before, but this was a must for me. While no one wishes to find themselves searching for a Criminal Defense Attorney, but if you do I would highly recommend Mark Wieczorek. I want to thank you Mark for all your hard work, dedication, experience, and your knowledge. I could not be more pleased. He is my first and only recommendation to my family and friends. (Hopefully they won't need him though)! He goes above and beyond. This man does not show up to court to lose. Sincerely, N. Leatham

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21:39 11 Nov 18

Mr. Wieczorek was very professional and non-judgmental. He was very informative about our situation. I would HIGHLY recommend him to anyone that needs law help. Thank you Mark! We are very appreciative of your guidance.

Kevin Stewart

17:14 31 Oct 18

Mark did a great job on my case. He was quick to respond to my messages and seemed genuinely interested in getting me the best possible outcome. He was fair and honest, highly recommended.

Valor

22:14 24 Oct 18

The Wieczorek Law Firm is the very definition of excellence, integrity and service before self. Mr. Wieczorek will work diligently to defend your rights without passing judgment and his background as a prosecutor lends him invaluable experience in the field of criminal defense. Mark Wieczorek is an honest man and never once gave me reason to believe otherwise. If you need criminal defense, choose this law firm. This law firm was able to represent a friend immediately , and the absolute best possible outcome was achieved with absolutely minimal hassle.

Kira Esperante

18:03 11 Aug 18

I cannot give high enough praise for the abilities and skills demonstrated by Mark Wieczorek in his representation of me. Attorney Wieczorek was keenly thorough in preparing for the presentation of my defense and greatly increased my confidence in a very difficult time. Attorney Wieczorek presented a strong and well planned defense resulting in a Not Guilty jury verdict in a case where the prosecution's witnesses were police officers and emergency response team members. Attorney Wieczorek took command of the courtroom from start to finish and won an absolute victory in an extremely difficult case where I had been advised by other counsel to plead guilty and hope for mercy. Attorney Wieczorek saved my life and I recommend him without reservation to any who require a highly skilled, intelligent, compassionate and experienced attorney.

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