Mass marketing fraud involves any scheme that uses some form of mass communication, such as radio, television and mail, to acquire money in either one jurisdiction or several. In the modern digital age, this form of fraud has even extended into the realm of social media.
Medical marijuana can still result in charges
Ohio does allow for medical marijuana to be used for patients in need. There are things to know, though, especially if you're being accused of a drug crime related to marijuana use. In fall 2018, medical marijuana will be available for the first time ever in Ohio. It will only be allowed to be sold by approved retailers starting in September. Each sale is taxed.
Potential defenses to mortgage fraud charges
Mortgage fraud is a serious crime, not only in the state of Ohio, but also throughout the country. There are federal laws in place that attempt to prevent such a crime. Despite this, there are still people who complete fraudulent mortgage applications, either purposefully or by accident. It is estimated that 10 percent of all applications are fraudulent due to simple mistakes made. Today, we will discuss some common defenses used when faced with mortgage fraud charges in Cleveland.
Renting with a felony: Things to consider
When you're living with a felony, there's a potential for your past to make your present very difficult. It's particularly difficult for some people with criminal pasts to rent apartments.
Trial set for Akron board member accused of possessing marijuana
If you remember a previous post, a former Akron school board member had been accused of using opioids and other drug crimes. The man, who has a trial date in early April, still has a pending drug case against him, but he has completed a detoxification program in hopes of reducing the penalties.
