Theft Crimes

Ohio Receiving Stolen Property Law Basics Even if you did not commit the theft or physically steal property from someone else, if you are charged with receiving stolen property, you may face the same penalties as the person who actually stole the property before giving it to you. Receiving stolen property is a theft crime under Ohio laws. The elements of the offense are explained in Chapter 2913 of the Ohio Revised Code, which concerns…

In Ohio, robbery is a serious crime. It is always charged as a felony, which is considered a more serious offense than a misdemeanor. Depending on the circumstances, robbery could be either a second- or first-degree offense. What causes the degree to elevate are aggravating factors. What Is Robbery? Under O.R.C. 2911.02, robbery is a crime that occurs when an individual commits a theft offense and either has a deadly weapon, causes or threatens to…