Theft Crimes

Shoplifting crimes may seem like minor offenses. However, the shoplifting laws in Ohio fall under the general category of theft. Since theft crimes can either be misdemeanors or felonies, you should be aware of the negative consequences a theft conviction could have on your life. Having a dedicated and experienced Ohio criminal defense lawyer by...

Your Questions About Ohio Theft Laws Answered Ohio theft law involves two general questions: Has a theft occurred, and if so, what penalty might apply? Because theft is a crime in Ohio, committing theft can lead to criminal penalties. These can include a fine, jail or prison time, or both. If you are facing a...

Someone can be guilty of both burglary and robbery or of either crime separately. Although many consider both burglary and robbery to be synonymous with theft, they are distinct crimes that involve circumstances beyond basic theft. Burglary always involves trespass but does not always involve stealing something. Robbery is a theft that involves some type...

At Gounaris Abboud, LPA, the attorneys are constantly working to benefit defendants and represent them to the best of their ability. Recently, a defendant’s family abandoned their original criminal defense attorney and hired our firm to tackle their case. At the time that we approached the case, the defendant was already in prison serving a...