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Criminal Defense

Constructing a Strong Defense for Every Client

Many people facing a serious criminal charge may be tempted to plead guilty and trust their futures to the good will of the Court. In the view of Ross & Calaway, this is the wrong choice to make.

The criminal justice system can produce arbitrary results. Without a strong and effective criminal defense attorney working for you, the outcome may be negative and prejudicial to your future.

We are Ross & Calaway, L.L.C., an experienced criminal defense firm serving clients in the Dayton, Ohio area and surrounding counties. We believe in providing a strong defense for every client.

Our attorneys defend persons accused of all types of misdemeanor and felony charges, including:

DUI/OVI/DWI

  • First time DUI/OVI
  • Felony DUI/OVI
  • Driver's license protection and restoration

Drug Offenses

  • Possession
  • Distribution
  • Trafficking

Domestic Violence

  • Domestic violence and assault
  • Defense of persons accused of violating a TPO (Temporary Protection Order) or CPO (Civil Protection Order)

Sex Offenses

  • Sexual assault
  • Importuning or solicitation of a minor
  • Possession or distribution of pornography
  • Internet or computer sex crimes

Violent Crimes

  • Assault and battery
  • Weapons violations
  • Aggravated crimes
  • Vehicular homicide
  • Murder and manslaughter
  • Robbery

Juvenile Charges

  • Traffic offenses/tickets/citations
  • Protecting the futures of juvenile offenders

Property Crimes

  • Theft
  • Fraud
  • Burglary
  • Breaking and entering
  • Vandalism and criminal damaging

Traffic Violations

  • Minimizing points
  • Protecting the driver's licenses of multiple offenders
  • Protecting the licenses of commercial drivers

We also represent clients in matters involving appeals, expungements, and judicial releases.

From the beginning to the end of the legal process, we will provide a strong, energetic, and tenacious defense of your rights and freedom.

For a free consultation with a lawyer at Ross & Calaway, L.L.C., call (937) 640-5000, or contact us online. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day.


Serving clients in the Dayton, Ohio, area and surrounding counties, including the cities of Dayton, Xenia, Kettering, Fairborn, Centerville, Beavercreek, Springfield, Troy, and Wilmington.

Montgomery County ● Miami County ● Greene County ● Clark County ● Warren County ● Clinton County