Exploring Types of White-Collar Crimes
White-collar crimes include offenses committed by individuals, government officials, or businesses, usually with a financial motivation. Perpetrators of white-collar crimes typically use deceit, concealment, or breach of trust to commit their offenses. Common examples of white-collar crimes include forgery, money laundering, embezzlement, identity theft, bribery, Medicaid fraud, and insurance fraud. Forgery Forgery occurs when a […]
How Is Child Abuse Defined in the State of Ohio?
In Ohio, child abuse occurs when a child suffers criminal sexual activity, becomes an “endangered” child, suffers non-accidental physical/mental injuries, or suffers childcare abuse. Child abuse can result in administrative sanctions such as listing in a child abuse registry or penalties for violations of Ohio’s child abuse criminal laws. Ohio’s Child Abuse Statutes Ohio law […]
Murder Classifications in Ohio Explained
Ohio criminal law has numerous offenses for homicide, the unlawful killing of another person, or unlawful termination of that person’s pregnancy. Ohio’s Homicide Statutes Ohio law has multiple classifications for homicide offenses. Ohio’s homicide statutes include the following. Aggravated Murder Ohio defines aggravated murder as any of the following: Murder A person commits murder under […]
Federal Sentencing Guidelines Chart
In the federal criminal justice system, district judges use the advisory Federal Sentencing Guidelines to help them determine a defendant’s sentence. Due to their advisory nature, district judges do not have to impose the sentence indicated by the Guidelines. Rather, judges can consider other factors that vary upward or downward from the Guidelines range. However, […]
When Can a Teenager Be Criminally Tried as an Adult in Ohio?
When your child gets arrested for a serious crime in Ohio, such as a violent offense or a crime involving significant property damage, you might worry whether they may face prosecution as an adult. When Can Prosecutors Transfer a Teenager to Adult Court? Under Ohio law, prosecutors may seek a mandatory or discretionary waiver of […]
When Does Vehicular Manslaughter Turn into Vehicular Homicide in the State of Ohio?
Under Ohio law, a person can commit the offense of vehicular manslaughter, vehicular homicide, or aggravated vehicular homicide when they cause someone’s death or terminate another person’s pregnancy while operating a motor vehicle, locomotive, watercraft, or aircraft and causing an accident. The specific offense a person may face will depend on the circumstances surrounding the […]
Burglary vs. Robbery: Legal Differences Explained
People may consider burglary and robbery as two types of theft crimes, with a burglary involving a theft that occurs when someone breaks into another’s property to steal items inside and a robbery involving stealing property from someone in public. However, burglary and robbery have several differences that make the scope of each crime broader […]
Top Strategies for Building a Strong Defense in an Ohio Criminal Case
If you were arrested and charged with a crime in Ohio, prompt action to build a compelling defense can give you the best chance of securing a favorable outcome in a criminal case. An experienced criminal defense attorney can help you develop and pursue compelling defense strategies. Here are some ways your lawyer will bolster […]
Defense Strategies for Repeat OVI Offenses in Ohio
Following an OVI arrest in Ohio, you may face enhanced penalties if you’re convicted as a repeat offender. As a result, pursuing a compelling defense can give you the best chance of obtaining an acquittal or dismissal of a second or subsequent OVI charge. Here are some common defense strategies used in OVI cases in […]
Federal vs. State Crimes: Understanding the Differences
After an arrest, you may face prosecution for an offense in either state or federal court, and sometimes in both. Knowing where your case may end up can help you understand your options for pursuing a resolution to your charges. An experienced criminal defense lawyer can explain your charges and the applicable criminal justice process […]