About Nitrous Oxide and Motor Vehicle Charges

Columbus Nitrous Oxide Defense

The laws in the state of Ohio are extremely strict regarding the use of Nitrous Oxide in a vehicle.  When you buy the gas, you are required to sign a form that informs you that you are not allowed to use it in the operation of a motor vehicle.  The seller of the nitrous oxide is required to keep receipts and names of any person who bought the gas for 2 years.  If you are found to have used the gas in the operation of a vehicle, you will not only likely be charged with a street racing charge, but you will be charged with falsification, misdemeanor of the first degree.  It is crucial that you get legal representation from a Columbus nitrous oxide defense lawyer at once if you have been arrested and charged with this offense.

Nitrous Oxide and Vehicles Defense Lawyer in Columbus

You are in serious trouble if you have been arrested for violating the law regarding the use of nitrous oxide.  Lawmakers in the state have determined that any street racing and the use of the gas is a danger to the public, and have created laws that will heavily punish anyone who is found to have used it in a motor vehicle.  Not only will you be charged with the first degree misdemeanor, you will likely face other charges related to street racing, a very unpopular activity with law enforcement and prosecutors in Columbus.

It is important that you carefully avoid answering any questions from law enforcement before getting legal representation from Koffel Law Firm.  The attorney will advise you how to proceed and how to protect your rights.  Even prior to the arrest, it is very important that you do not make statements or talk with law enforcement.  Once arrested, you will be read your "Miranda Rights" and you must contact the firm at once if you hope to fight to increase the possibility of a better outcome in your case.