A 29-year-old man from Cuyahoga County, Ohio, has pleaded guilty to several weapons and drugs charges. The charges were filed in federal court and netted the man a 10-year prison stint. The man was arrested in February after a K-9 unit alerted on the man's car. During...
Year: 2016
Backpack full of meth leads to man’s arrest
A 34-year-old man is facing charges after members of the Portage County Drug Task Force reportedly found almost $100,000 worth of methamphetamine in a backpack in his car. The man has been under investigation for several months, according to the county sheriff. He is...
Are you familiar with cyberstalking?
Many people are unfamiliar with computer related laws, as these are relatively new. Furthermore, these laws differ from one state to the next. However, there are many laws in place to protect people from online related crimes. For example, cyberstalking has been in...
Know what to do with an Internal Revenue Service letter
If you receive a letter from the Internal Revenue Service, it's not the end of the world. While you may be nervous about what's to come, you first need to realize what is being asked of you and which steps you need to take in the near future. There are many reasons...
Bill shifts focus to treatment of opioid addicts
Drugs are a problem for communities throughout the nation, including Cleveland, Ohio. Their use leads law enforcement officers to arrest individuals for a variety of crimes related to their use. In some instances the crimes allegedly committed by individuals are the...
What are the penalties for tax fraud?
If you make an honest mistake on your tax return, the Internal Revenue Service won't attempt to send you to prison. While you may owe penalties and interest, you can put this behind you soon enough. However, there is another side of things. When a person willfully...
What are Ohio’s computer crime laws?
With technology changing rapidly, states are left to keep up with laws regarding computer crimes. While this is easier said than done, it's something that most states, including Ohio, have put a lot of time and effort into doing. In short, Ohio computer crime laws can...
What to do if you are charged with mortgage fraud
When you hear the phrase "mortgage fraud" what comes to mind? Due to the economic downturn several years back, authorities are keeping a close watch on bank officials and real estate professionals. Anybody who is involved in a mortgage fraud scheme could be charged...
You must be prepared to fight a drug crime charge
There is nothing simple about being charged with a drug crime. If you find yourself in this position, you are sure to be scared about what the future will bring. Fortunately, with the right approach in the courtroom, you better your chances of avoiding serious...
The IRS is on the lookout for fraudulent activity
If you are a resident of the United States, it is essential that you learn as much as possible about the tax system. This means knowing right from wrong, as this will ensure that you avoid trouble with the IRS in the future. While there is no denying the fact that...