Gambling Lawyer in Columbus
ORC § 2915.02
Defined: (Generally)
- Knowingly
- Engaging in bookmaking, or any game of chance conducted for profit, or using a gambling device,
- Without a license, and
- Not done by a charitable organization.
Overview
The State really doesn’t like to be ripped off, so fines and penalties for a violation of gambling can be stiff. For this reason, it is important to have great legal representation with the experience with these cases that Funkhouser Law has.
Not to worry, penny-ante poker games, dime-a-whole Saturday golf matches, and office football pools are not prohibited unless some profit is taken other than the gain accruing to the winner.
Potential Penalties
A violation of gambling is typically treated as a misdemeanor of the first degree, but can be considered a felony of the fifth degree. As, such, the court can impose a penalty of up to 12 months in prison and a fine of up to $2,500.
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 illegal gambling, please call Funkhouser Law for a free consultation with an experienced, peer-rated lawyer.
Real Experiences from Our Clients
Dedicated to Your Defense
-
“My family and I will recommend him and use him in the future if we need an attorney.”- R.A.
-
“For my family, we can count on him whether it is personal or corporate because he is no longer an attorney to our family business but a friend to our family.”- Luke S.
-
“- Christy O.
Thank you Doug for your continued assistance with all of our business needs. Your personal contact and attentiveness to our requests are much appreciated. Your dedication and professionalism have truly been effective within all of our business and personal cases.
” -
“I hope to never need his services again, but if I do I will definitely hire him again!”- K.B.
-
“Doug Funkhouser is one of the most intelligent and personable criminal defense attorneys in Ohio.”- B.G.
-
“Douglas Funkhouser came highly recommended from 2 of his previous clients whom I had a business relationship, so I set high expectations for him. Mr. Funkhouser met and exceeded those expectations.”- R.J.
-
“I am certain my life would be in ruins had I hired different attorney.”- M.M.
-
“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 treated my case like he was fighting to save himself.”- J.L.