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Join Steve Palmer, a seasoned criminal defense lawyer, as he shares valuable legal insights on DUI, traffic stops, and your rights in the legal system. For more, visit www.palmerlegaldefense.com. Recorded at Channel 511 in Columbus, Ohio: www.channel511.com
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Almost everything can be made simple. So what we're doing with each episode of this podcast is to simplify the mystery of what goes on in the gun regulatory world. Co-host Derek DeBrosse is a licensed Ohio attorney with a firearms legal practice emphasizing in Gun Rights Restoration. Derek began his law practice immediately after law school in 2008 when he graduated from Regent University School of Law; Derek also holds a B.A. from The Ohio State University. Mr. DeBrosse’s practice not only ...
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Understanding Implied Consent and Breathalyzer Refusal Consequences | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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I’m explaining the confusing world of DUI breath tests and answering one of the most common questions I get: should you take a breathalyzer if police stop you? Based on real questions from listeners and my own experience as a lawyer, I'm breaking down the concept of “implied consent”—that idea that just by driving in Ohio (and most other states), y…
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How Much Should Law Clerks Make? | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
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In this episode, we are discussing what they never teach you in law school—how the real world of law clerkships really works. Joining me is Troy Hendrickson, my resident law clerk and a current law student, who brings his own fresh experiences to the table. Together, we break down what it actually means to be a law clerk—beyond the fancy titles—and…
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Can You Be Arrested for OVI Below the Legal Limit in Ohio | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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I’m Steve Palmer, and today I’m answering a great question sent in by Nancy from Ohio. Her son was arrested for OVI—even though his breath test was 0.07, which is below the state’s legal limit of 0.08. How is that possible? In this episode, I’ll clear up the confusion around Ohio’s OVI laws, explain the difference between “impaired” and “per se” ch…
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Can Judges Force Defendants to Explain Crimes? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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I got a listener question about the Bryan Kohberger sentencing and a comment President Trump made on social media. Trump suggested that the judge should force Kohberger to explain why he committed such terrible crimes—but is that really something a judge can do? Drawing on my own experience practicing law in Ohio, I’ll walk you through the ins and …
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What Do You Do If You Receive a Federal Target Letter? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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“What does it mean if you receive a target letter from the United States Attorney’s office?” With my background in federal criminal defense, I’ll explain exactly what a target letter is, why the government sends them out, and what you should do if you ever find one in your mailbox. I’ll share real-world examples from my own cases—involving everythi…
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ICE Agents and Real-World Legal Ethics | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
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Steve Palmer here - I'm joined by our resident law student, Troy Hendrickson, who’s here to bring a fresh perspective and some real-life questions from the trenches. Today, Troy brings up a hot topic that’s been making waves among his fellow clerks and across legal social media: Can courts stop ICE agents from making arrests inside the courtroom? W…
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Can AI Replace Lawyers? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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The Limitations of AI in Legal Document Review: "You can't just rely on the AI because AI isn't perfect. They don't see things that, they don't see that other dimensional focus that you want if you're going to prepare an actual defense to a case." - Steve Palmer I’m giving you my take on one of the hottest topics in the legal world right now: artif…
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What Do Judges Know Before Plea Deals? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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In this follow-up episode, I’m digging deeper into the behind-the-scenes realities of how judges get involved in plea deals—something that came up after a listener asked about the high-profile Kohberger case. Drawing from my own experience in the courtroom, I break down what actually happens when the defense and prosecutor work out a resolution, an…
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Navigating Legal Ethics and Morals Law School Doesn’t Teach | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
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This week, we're talking about one of the toughest real-life dilemmas facing new lawyers—something law school rarely prepares you for: navigating client wishes versus ethical boundaries. We take you behind the scenes of everyday law practice. From handling clients who want to take highly risky (sometimes, downright hopeless) legal steps to the toug…
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How to Choose the Right Appellate Lawyer | What's The Appeal?
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One of the most important—and often overlooked—aspects of the criminal justice process: how to choose the right appellate lawyer. Over the years, especially as I’ve shifted my practice even more toward appellate work since COVID, I’ve seen firsthand how critical it is to have someone by your side who knows the ins and outs of appeals, post-convicti…
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How the Feds Handle Informant Deals in the Epstein-Maxwell Case | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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I’m tackling a question from Lucy about what’s really going on with Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein’s infamous associate. There’s a lot of mystery and speculation swirling around this case—from plea deals and pending appeals to the mechanics of Congressional subpoenas and whether Maxwell might actually decide to spill what she knows. I’ll walk y…
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Why the Epstein Grand Jury List Stays Secret | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
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Steve Palmer sits down with Troy Hendrickson, our resident law student, for a deep dive into what law school doesn’t always teach you—this time, focusing on the mysterious world of grand juries. They break down what a grand jury is, the differences between grand and trial (petit) juries, and why the standard of proof is much lower at the indictment…
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First Step of Appeal: Transcript Analysis Essentials | What's The Appeal?
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"And first and foremost, we look for objections. So if the trial lawyer, if the defense lawyer says, object, this evidence shouldn't come in, or object, I want this evidence to come in and you're not letting me do it." - Steve Palmer I’m pulling back the curtain on how I approach analyzing trial transcripts during the criminal appeals process. I’ll…
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What Should You Do If You Want To Fire Your Lawyer? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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What should you do if you feel like your attorney isn’t really on your side? I get calls like this more often than you’d think, and let me tell you—it’s not as straightforward as just hiring someone new. I’ll walk you through the realities of “firing” your lawyer, the ethical boundaries I have to consider when talking to someone who’s already repre…
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I’m taking you behind the scenes of a fascinating aspect of criminal appeals that most people overlook: the cross appeal. Now, I know it might sound boring or routine at first, but trust me—once you’re in the thick of appellate work, it gets a whole lot more interesting. I’ll be sharing a recent experience from my own legal practice, where, after w…
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The Legal Reasoning for Not Guilty Pleas | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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I tackle a topic that sparks a lot of debate: why do people who seem obviously guilty still enter a "not guilty" plea in court? After a recent conversation with a sharp, strong-willed friend who was baffled by this, I decided it's time to break down what really happens at an arraignment. I'll share why starting with a not guilty plea isn’t about de…
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Why Lawyers Aren't Buses | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
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Setting Boundaries as a Young Lawyer: "And being able to discern what you can do, what you can't do, what you should do, and what you shouldn't do as you start practice." - Steve Palmer I’m sharing a lesson that stuck with me from right after my own law school days: a lawyer is not a bus. Troy and I dive into what that really means—why you don’t ha…
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Can You Really Change Your Sentence After Pleading Guilty? | What's The Appeal?
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“Can I appeal my conviction or sentence if I pleaded guilty?” I break down the realities of what happens when you plead guilty, how that decision limits your rights on appeal, and whether there’s any hope of changing your sentence after the fact. I’ll walk you through real-world scenarios I’ve seen in Ohio courts, explain the “magic words” judges h…
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What is Time, Place, and Manner Regarding Free Speech | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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One of the big questions that’s been coming up everywhere lately: how does the First Amendment actually work when it comes to online pornography? In this episode, I break down the recent Supreme Court case, Free Speech Coalition Inc. v. Paxton, which addresses whether states can require age verification pop-ups on adult websites and whether that cr…
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How Discovery Really Works in Criminal Cases | They Don't Teach You That In Law School
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Law school spends a lot of time on big constitutional theories and landmark cases, but what about the nuts and bolts, like Rule 16, filing demands for discovery, and wading through endless hours of body cam footage? I’m here to shed light on all of it. Today, we get into the gritty details of what criminal discovery actually looks like in practice.…
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Harvey Weinstein Appeal Explained | What's The Appeal?
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The Importance of Fair Trials for Everyone: "If anybody deserves a fair trial, it is the most guilty, deplorable person you can possibly imagine. Because if he can get a fair trial, then you, when you're not guilty, you can get a fair trial too..." - Steve Palmer Using Weinstein’s high-profile New York conviction as our guide, I break down why the …
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Why Is Pleading Not Guilty Standard in Criminal Trials? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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The Reality of Courtroom Standards: "And we don't talk in terms of factual innocence in the courtroom very often. It comes up sometimes on appellate sides of things, but for the most part, it's whether the prosecutor has proved somebody." - Steve Palmer This is about the notorious case involving Brian Wilson (no, not the Beach Boys icon), who’s bee…
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Understanding the Karen Reed Jury Decision | Lawyer Talk Breakdown
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Legal Nuance in Vehicular Homicide Cases: "So the jury said, look, we think the prosecutor has proved all the elements of drunk driving, meaning operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or operating the motor vehicle with a prohibited blood alcohol content. But we don't think that the prosecutor proved the actual homicide or t…
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Can Police Access Your Social Media? | Lawyer Talk Q&A
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Online Privacy and Law Enforcement Access: "We're arguing that we have a reasonable expectation of privacy when we use these platforms. If we wanted our identity out there, we wouldn't conceal it with a pen name or a handle or whatever you use, a username. And by creating these alternative names, we are telling the world we don't want everybody to …
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Unique Criminal Convictions | What's The Appeal?
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I am focusing on the complex world of unique criminal convictions—cases like shaken baby syndrome, child sex offenses, and other serious charges that nobody likes to talk about, but that I deal with every day as a defense attorney and appellate advocate. These cases stand out because the evidence can often be questionable, and the stakes couldn't b…
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