Cleveland Criminal Law Blog
What do you do if you’re facing a felony?
Felonies are the most serious crimes, leading to time in prison along with other harsh penalties. What's interesting about felonies is that they can be very similar to misdemeanors. For example, a state might have a misdemeanor for theft if the amount stolen was under...
Can you drive for Uber with a DUI on your record?
Throughout Ohio, many people have managed to make a living driving for Uber or Lyft. These ridesharing apps allow people to get around Cleveland and other major cities in the state with ease, and the drivers can earn decent money if they drive often enough. In 2015,...
Don’t let an internet crime ruin your life
Internet crimes can vary in their complexity, but there are few that most people will recognize. For example, a common internet crime is hacking. Another is stealing a person's identity. Even blackmail or cyberbullying are types of internet crimes. What makes internet...
Teen faces arrest after warrant is issued in Stark County
Drug dealing or transport is illegal throughout the United States, but the reality is that it still happens every day. If you are someone who has gotten caught up in the drug trade or have been falsely accused of possessing drugs, then you should know how important it...
What should you know about a felony charge?
Felony crimes are different than misdemeanors, because they are usually punishable with imprisonment that lasts longer than a year. In some states, including Ohio, certain penalties can be punished with death. Felonies are the most serious crimes. They're typically...
Common forms of healthcare fraud and how to avoid them
People enter the healthcare industry for various reasons. It may be a family tradition to work in the medical field. Some people look forward to the eventual financial wealth they will experience. Others have a giving and helpful personality, and some find research...
Copyright and streaming: You could face heavy fines and jail
When you think about internet crimes, you might think of hacking or stealing someone's identity. However, there are much less obvious types of internet crimes. One such act is a copyright violation, better known as "pirating." Pirating has always been a popular way to...
Will your teen be tried as an adult?
When your teen gets into legal trouble, you may not worry too much until you learn that the prosecution wants to try your child as an adult. Facing the judicial system is consequential at any age, but the process and outcome are harsher on adults than on kids....
Man indicted on aggravated identity theft charge in Ohio
A man in Ohio had been accused of making false claims that he was a missing child. A federal grand jury has now accused him and indicted him on one count of aggravated identity theft and two others for making false statements. When you think of identity theft, you...
What does an assault charge mean?
A person charged with assault may not believe the charge is anything too serious. In some cases, that may be true and the charge gets dropped or reduced to time served. However, if you commit an act of assault, do you know the type of punishment you may face? If...
