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...
Month: May 2019
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...