A Ponzi scheme is when investment advisers attract investors through promising high rates of return on their investments. However, in a Ponzi scheme there are no real returns, but instead the investment advisers use funds from new investors to pay the prior investors....
Year: 2012
6 indicted on heroin drug charges in Ohio
Heroin has the reputation of being one of the most dangerous illegal drugs, and anyone caught in possession of it could face serious legal consequences. The possible penalties for a heroin arrest increase significantly if a person is suspected of distributing and...
Ohio mother faces felony charges of child endangerment
Parents have a special legal duty to protect their children from harm. When authorities believe that a parent fails to do this, he or she could face serious criminal charges which could result in spending time behind bars. One woman in Ohio is now facing felony...
Man faces felony charges in Cleveland Cuyahoga County
Being accused of a violent crime is an incredibly stressful event. American society takes violent crime very seriously, and rightfully so. When someone faces this type of accusation, it can feel overwhelming, and many are unsure where to begin in fighting the charges....
Executive in Ohio faces 25 counts, including bank and wire fraud
When a business obtains a loan from a lender for a specific purpose, the business is required to use the borrowed money for that particular purpose. If the business owner or managing officers of the business decide to use the loan for something other than the...
Hundreds arrested on drug charges by Ohio Highway Patrol
Involvement in the possession or trafficking of illegal drugs can cause serious consequences if one is accused by law enforcement authorities. This could include heavy punishments such as significant time behind bars if convicted of drug charges. Law enforcement...
Teacher to answer felony charges for sex crimes in Ohio
Teachers are an integral part of society, since they are usually entrusted with educating and supervising children. This is a sacred trust, which is why violating this trust can result in serious punishment, depending upon the nature of the crime. One Ohio high school...
2 charged with Craigslist murder plot in Ohio
Ohio residents know that Craigslist is a community website that allows users to post a variety of advertisements in order to procure or sell just about anything (legal) you can think of. This may include posting an advertisement for a roommate or some other personal...
Authorities on lookout for white collar crimes in Ohio
The federal and local governments offer a variety of set-aside contracts that are aimed at helping minorities and other disadvantaged groups succeed in an arguably uneven society. However, it is important that the government maintains the integrity of these programs...
2 men arrested in motel room on drug charges in Ohio
Involvement in the illegal drug trade is a dangerous business, and penalties for being convicted of a drug charge in Ohio are serious. A conviction can result in significant time behind bars as well as fines and difficulty finding future employment. These possible...
