Columbus Embezzlement Lawyer
ORC § 2945.64
Defined
- Failure to pay over public money;
- By a person charged with the collection, receipt, transfer, disbursement, or safekeeping of such money.
Potential Penalties
Depending on the amount of money involved in the embezzlement it can be treated as anything from a first-degree misdemeanor to a felony of the first degree. If the amount embezzled is over $1,500,000, then the violation is treated as a felony of the first degree, which can be punished by a prison sentence of up to 11 years and a fine of up to $20,000.
At Funkhouser Law, from the moment a client walks through the door, we presume that they are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. As such, we work hard to accomplish the most favorable outcome for each of our clients.
If you have been accused of embezzlement, please call Funkhouser Law for a free consultation with an experienced, peer-rated lawyer.
Real Experiences from Our Clients
Dedicated to Your Defense
-
“- John F.
J and I again want to thank you very much for the outstanding professional help that you provided on J’s behalf.
” -
“As a lawyer I understood the problems facing me when I was cited for OVI. I knew Doug and his reputation, but still had much trepidation about my case. Through the course of his representation he alleviated these concerns and kept me calm.”- R.B.
-
“You took a lot of the stress out of going to court and working around my schedule.”- David A.
-
“Doug Funkhouser is one of the most intelligent and personable criminal defense attorneys in Ohio.”- B.G.
-
“He treated my case like he was fighting to save himself.”- J.L.
-
“I sincerely felt like he had my best interests in mind and worked to get a fair and favorable outcome for me.”- C.M.
-
“He really helped me out. I know anyone that needs help with legal problems needs to contact Doug, he’s a life saver.”- W.M.
-
“His character, experience, and work ethic make him an ideal Lawyer.”- Dan R.
-
“I contacted Doug and he returned my call in a fast timely fashion, answering all my questions and making me feel confident about my case.”- J.E.