Lawyer Talk: Off the Record

Stephen E. Palmer - Attorney At Law

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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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  1. 1

    Can You Beat a Polygraph Test?

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    Lawyer Talk: Off the Record examines when polygraphs may help a criminal defense, despite the hosts saying they generally are not admissible before a jury.

    Apr 14, 2026·20m·1 clip
  2. 2

    Corpus Delicti Explained: Why Confessions Alone Aren’t Enough for Conviction

    Lawyers discuss the legal principle of corpus delicti, explaining why confessions alone are insufficient for conviction, using child sex abuse cases as an example.

    Apr 13, 2026·10m
  3. 3

    How Ohio Discovery Rules Changed Criminal Trials

    A lawyer discusses how Ohio's discovery rules changed in 2010 to require open discovery, contrasting with the pre-2010 era when defense lawyers lacked access to full police files and witness statements.

    Apr 8, 2026·15m
  4. 4

    State vs Federal Law: Miranda Violations, Consent, and Evidence Suppression

    A legal discussion about Miranda violations, consent, and evidence suppression in the context of state versus federal law.

    Apr 7, 2026·12m
  5. 5

    Tiger Woods DUI Case Explained

    A DUI defense attorney analyzes the legal complexities of Tiger Woods' DUI arrest, focusing on Fourth Amendment issues.

    Apr 6, 2026·31m
  6. 6

    Breaking Down Chiles v Salazar: Speech Rights and State Laws

    Apr 2, 2026·19m
  7. 7

    Consolidation or Severance? When Can the State Consolidate Cases?

    A lawyer discusses when the state can consolidate separate criminal cases into one trial, using a date rape example to illustrate the defense's argument against joinder.

    Apr 1, 2026·22m
  8. 8

    Can a Parent Kidnap Their Own Kids?

    Mar 31, 2026·9m
  9. 9

    Spotlight on Venue Changes: Kohberger, Peterson, and the Beltway Snipers

    Mar 30, 2026·6m
  10. 10

    Can a Trial Be Moved?

    Mar 25, 2026·8m
  11. 11

    Common Law, Statutory Law, and the Constitution: Who’s in Charge?

    Mar 24, 2026·9m
  12. 12

    Special Hearsay Challenges in Sexual Assault Cases

    Mar 23, 2026·6m
  13. 13

    The Legal Risks of Using AI in Your Defense

    Mar 18, 2026·14m
  14. 14

    Exploring Ethical Gray Areas

    Mar 17, 2026·4m
  15. 15

    Why Attorney-Client Conversations Remain Confidential—Even for Prospective Clients

    Mar 16, 2026·15m
  16. 16

    Why Cross-Examination Is Essential in Criminal Defense

    Mar 11, 2026·10m
  17. 17

    How Discovery Rules for Clients and Counsel Have Evolved in Ohio Courts

    Mar 10, 2026·7m
  18. 18

    Can Clients Request Discovery?

    Mar 9, 2026·10m
  19. 19

    How Ghislaine Maxwell Used Queen for a Day Protection With the DOJ

    Mar 4, 2026·9m
  20. 20

    Can Ghislaine Maxwell Testify? The Legal Barriers to Telling the Truth

    Mar 3, 2026·10m
  21. 21

    Can You Really Indict a Ham Sandwich? Breaking Down Grand Juries and Legal Myths

    Mar 2, 2026·16m
  22. 22

    When Does The Right to Counsel Officially Begin?

    Feb 25, 2026·3m
  23. 23

    Can Your Lawyer Really Burst Into a Police Station? The Landman Myth Debunked

    Feb 24, 2026·9m
  24. 24

    Why You Should Never Talk to the Police (Even If You're Innocent)

    Feb 23, 2026·6m
  25. 25

    Witness Testimony Mistakes and Suppression Hearing Strategies | They Don't Teach You That In Law School

    Feb 18, 2026·17m
  26. 26

    What Counts as Detention During a Police Welfare Check? | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Feb 17, 2026·6m
  27. 27

    What Really Counts as Hearsay in Court | Lawyer Talk Q & A

    Feb 16, 2026·6m
  28. 28

    Can You Sue the Police? Time Limits and Legal Details | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Feb 11, 2026·3m
  29. 29

    What Lawyers Can Learn from Moses About Speaking with Purpose

    Feb 10, 2026·5m
  30. 30

    Breaking Down Don Lemon’s Charges Under the FACE Act

    Feb 9, 2026·17m
  31. 31

    Who Comes First: Officer or Civilian Safety in Vehicle Stops? | Lawyer Talk Q & A

    Feb 4, 2026·10m
  32. 32

    Exploring Character Evidence in the Alex Pretti Case | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Feb 3, 2026·7m
  33. 33

    Supreme Court Tackles Geofencing Warrants and Fourth Amendment Privacy

    Feb 2, 2026·19m
  34. 34

    When Is It Too Late to File Charges? | Lawyer Talk Q & A

    Jan 27, 2026·5m
  35. 35

    Emergency Entry and the Fourth Amendment in Case vs Montana | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Jan 26, 2026·18m
  36. 36

    How to Contact Palmer Legal Defense for Case-Specific Legal Questions

    Jan 14, 2026·2m
  37. 37

    Minnesota ICE Agent Shooting Panel: An In-Depth Legal and Law Enforcement Discussion

    A panel of legal and law enforcement experts discuss the legal and procedural aspects of police shootings involving vehicles driving toward officers, using the Minnesota ICE agent shooting as a case study.

    Jan 14, 2026·1h 19m
  38. 38

    International Law: Enforcement Behind the Headlines | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Jan 13, 2026·6m
  39. 39

    Police Competency to Testify: Listener Feedback Answered | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Jan 12, 2026·5m
  40. 40

    Breaking Down the ICE Minneapolis Shooting: Legal Analysis and Self-Defense Perspectives

    Lawyers analyze the legal standards for self-defense and police shootings in the context of the ICE Minneapolis shooting.

    Jan 8, 2026·37m
  41. 41

    Can You Legally Resist Unlawful Arrest? | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Jan 5, 2026·10m
  42. 42

    Can Police Pull You Over in Unmarked Cruisers in Ohio? | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Dec 30, 2025·9m
  43. 43

    Are All Police Out to Get You? | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Dec 29, 2025·12m
  44. 44

    Don’t Let Alcohol Ruin Your Holidays

    Dec 23, 2025·3m
  45. 45

    Judge Hannah Dugan Case: Milwaukee Judge on Trial | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Lawyers discuss the case of Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan, who is on trial for allegedly helping an immigrant evade immigration agents by sneaking them out of the courthouse.

    Dec 22, 2025·21m
  46. 46

    How the Law Treats Marijuana Odor During Traffic Stops | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Dec 16, 2025·11m
  47. 47

    Can the Government Appeal an Acquittal? | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Dec 15, 2025·5m
  48. 48

    How Far Can the President’s Pardon Power Go? | Lawyer Talk Q&A

    Dec 10, 2025·4m
  49. 49

    Breaking Down the Luigi Mangione Suppression Hearing | Legal Breakdown

    Lawyers discuss the suppression hearing in Luigi Mangione's case, explaining legal concepts like motions to suppress and constitutional rights.

    Dec 9, 2025·34m