Frequently, individuals who are prosecuted for white collar crimes may not be aware they were involved in an illegal operation, or they were not the person responsible for organizing the crime ring or enterprise. According to federal statutes: whoever knowingly executes, or attempts to execute, a scheme or artifice to defraud a financial institution; or [...]
“MADEIRA, Ohio - Hundreds of students are believed to be involved in recent "sexting" cases at Madeira High School. Madeira police just wrapped up two investigations surrounding the incidents. In these cases the "sexting" involves students sharing cellphone photos of nude or sexually involved minors. The first case occurred in late January, and involves an [...]
Everyone is searching the internet for research and information about the law. A lot of times it can get confusing about what is true and reliable. Have you been accused of a crime? You have probably tried to find information about the specific crime and what the penalties may be that you are facing. My [...]
It seems that whether the issue is drugs, alcohol, bullying, risky driving, media consumption, or sex, studies are showing that parents consistently underestimate their own kid’s interest or participation in these behaviors. In one recent study, researchers found that parents severely underestimated their teen's drug and alcohol use. And, in a 2010 study researchers found that many [...]
The criminal act of stalking or menacing by stalking, under Ohio law, is described as "knowingly causing another person fear of physical harm or mental distress." Although this act doesn't require physical contact with a person for it to be considered illegal, it is still considered a punishable crime for individuals convicted of stalking. A [...]
Ohio and every other state say the difference between a state and federal crime is whether you have broken a state or federal law. If you broke a federal law, then you have committed a Federal offense. An investigation for a federal crime is typically initiated by the federal government long before charges are filed. [...]
Because of the internet, it is easier than ever to get information on anyone, including criminal records. These records are just a blip in time, but can have far reaching effects into the future of a person. Here is an example for one man who ran into some trouble with the law when he was [...]
Under an Ohio Supreme Court ruling this month, prosecutors can keep DNA on file to use as evidence for future cases, even if there was an acquittal on the charges for which the DNA was taken. When you hear about DNA evidence in the criminal justice system it typically involves those wrongfully accused being exonerated [...]
In Ohio, a person has a legal right to use force to defend himself, another person, his house, or even his property. The level of force that may be lawfully used varies, of course, depending on the circumstances of the case. A claim of self-defense is typically raised by a person accused of murder, attempted [...]
Everyone, it seems, is taking a prescribed pill for something. Some of these pills are more dangerous than others. Blood pressure pills won’t be much of a problem. What about Percocet or Xanax? How about Prozac or common ADHD medicines? These can cause some problems. Occasionally, prescription pills can make appear like you have been [...]