Is Entrapment A Defense In Ohio
What is entrapment in Ohio? Entrapment is a defense recognized in Ohio when the police or its informant encourages a person to commit a crime he or she would not otherwise commit. The defense of...
View ArticleWhat Is The Difference Between A Misdemeanor And A Felony In Ohio?
In Ohio, criminal offenses are divided into Misdemeanors and Felonies based on their maximum potential punishment. The maximum penalty for a misdemeanor in Ohio is up to 6 months in jail and/or a...
View ArticleWho Is Eligible For Diversion?
In Franklin County (Columbus) Ohio, a 1st time offender of a non-violent offense may be eligible for acceptance into Diversion. Under this program, which is administered by the Franklin County...
View ArticleIs It A Crime To Sell Counterfeit Goods?
Counterfeit goods worth $8 million were seized at a Columbus flea market on Friday, October 7, 2011. Detectives from the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office confiscated more than 41,000 items, including...
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