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STATE V. SMITH

Mar 01, 2024

Legal Triumph:

In a recent legal triumph, Attorney Chris Bucio successfully represented a client facing a community control violation in Auglaize County, revocation from two felony counts three charges, including abduction and felonious assault, stemming from a previous case where we provided legal counsel.

The accusations were grave – illegal firearm possession and discharging 19 rounds following a domestic dispute. The looming threat of a 6-year jail sentence hung over our client. However, through meticulous mitigation, we unveiled a crucial factor: our client was grappling with a mental health issue during the incident.

Under cross-examination, we exposed critical oversights by the probation officer. Shockingly, she had neglected to review any of our client's medical records and failed to conduct essential drug tests. These revelations played a pivotal role in our defense strategy.

Our unwavering efforts bore fruit as the Judge, swayed by the evidence presented, made the decision to keep our client on probation. This case exemplifies the importance of thorough legal representation, diligent mitigation, and the pursuit of justice.


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Attorney Villegas Secures Success in Miami County
By 7073959214 22 Dec, 2023
Mr. Villegas delivered a significant legal victory in Logan County. Our client was faced a multitude of serious charges, including Felonious Assault, Abduction, Strangulation, Disrupting Public Services, Using Weapons while Intoxicated, Resisting Arrest, OVI, and Driving Under OVI Suspension. Thanks to Mr. Villegas' strategic representation, Five charges, including Felonious Assault and Abduction, were dismissed. The remaining four charges, involving OVI, resulted in our client being placed on community control. Additionally, a mandatory 10-day sentence was imposed due to the OVI being the second within 10 years. This outcome reflects Mr. Villegas' skillful advocacy and dedication to achieving the best possible results for our clients.
By 7073959214 20 Oct, 2023
Mr. Bucio has spent the last several months side by side his client in Miami County who was being charged with four (4) Felony One Rape, Felony Two Robbery, Felony Three Strangulation, Felony Three Abduction. Facing up to over 40 years in Prison. After spending half of this year working diligently, overnight, nonstop in an effort to prove our clients innocence Mr. Bucio did just that. After declining every plea offer that came our clients way, Mr. Bucio knew his client’s innocence would prevail above all. In the end Mr. Bucio was able to demonstrate that the allegations of Sexual Assault and Domestic Abuse were unfounded. Having an experienced attorney by your side makes all the difference in a criminal matter. While other attorneys would have sought negotiated plea deal in this matter Mr. Bucio aligns his goals in each case the same as the clients. We are happy to announce that this case has been closed and all the charges were dismissed.
By 7073959214 18 Sep, 2023
Mr. Chris Bucio successfully closed a pro bono case in Darke County today. Mr. Bucio enjoys being able to find the time to be available for those in need of assistance. Our client was being charged with Theft, a felony of the fifth degree and through the efforts of Mr. Bucio, the charge was mitigated down to Obstructing Official Business, a misdemeanor of the first degree, free of any jail time. Our client is able to have this expunged from her record, as a courtesy from our Office.
By 7073959214 15 Sep, 2023
Congratulations to our Attorney Rafael A. Villegas, he has recently been awarded the NACDA Top 10 Attorney Under 40. Mr. Villegas continues to amass accolades for his work as a criminal defense attorney. His knowledge and trial experience has earned him an impressive reputation not only with his clients, but amongst his peers in the legal profession. He dedicates numerous hours defending our clients, ensuring each client receives the best outcome.
By 7073959214 26 Jul, 2023
Our client is a traveling Registered Nurse working in Ohio when she was charged with a pile of felonies in Mercer County, Ohio. She was indicted for Attempted Rape - F2, Attempted Sexual Battery - F4, Gross Sexual Imposition - F4, Assault - M1, and Endangering Children - M1. After months of timeless work, endless hours in pre-trials, deliberations, and continuous negotiations and a deep analysis of the evidence, our client walked out of court, free of any prison time, and no probation. The charges were amended from felonies to misdemeanors.
By 7073959214 17 Feb, 2023
February 10, 2023 A very big shout out to our own Rafael Villegas for being granted a Rising Star award in both Ohio and Kentucky for his professional achievements. Fun fact: Rafael has practiced in over 25 counties, and counting, in Ohio. He has always strived to give his clients his very best for every case and will continue to do so as he advances even further in his career.
By 7073959214 17 Feb, 2023
January 25, 2023 Congratulations to our own Associate Attorney Rafael Villegas for his successful outcome in Allen County today! He successfully obtained not Guilty verdicts on all felony drug possession charges. Rafael spent three whole days in trial to ensure that our client walked out in the end, alongside her family and happy with her verdict. After reaching their respective verdicts, members of the jury commented that they liked Rafael's presentation of the defense.
By 7073959214 09 Dec, 2022
December 9, 2022 Attorney Rafael A. Villegas has been hired to represent clients in three different Domestic Violence cases in the past two months. Through his diligence and tireless work, Attorney Villegas was able to successfully dismiss all three Domestic Violence cases!
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