Recent Blog Posts

Mass-Marketing Fraud Goes Worldwide

Dayton Defense Lawyer — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 18:12:00 GMT

A recent FBI report outlines the increasing occurrence of mass-marketing fraud around the world in schemes that use mass-communications media to contact, solicit and obtain money or funds from victims. This fraud phenomenon is also known as "advance-fee fraud", "internet fraud" and "telemarketing fraud". The mass-marketing fraud crimes of today increasingly seek to target victims in numerous countries on different continents, making mass-marketing fraud a major concern for law enforcement around the world.

Mass-marketing fraud schemes use a variety of sources to operate and attempt to use all modes of communication to contact victims, including postal service, e-mail, internet sites, radio, television, telephone and even in person. These schemes are usually highly adaptive and utilize critical components such as identity theft and money laundering in many different ways. With modern technology uniting the world, mass-marketing fraud has become increasingly transnational, fluid and interconnected across thousands of miles and many different people groups. The government is still determining the best way to find and convict offenders, who are becoming tougher and tougher to identify.

If you have been charged with mass-marketing fraud crime or any type of forgery crime, a Dayton criminal defense lawyer is your best chance at avoiding conviction and reaching a positive verdict. Our legal team understands the system and has the experience to form a solid defense on your behalf. Contact a Dayton criminal defense attorney today for a free initial consultation!

Woman Arrested for Abusing 911

Dayton Criminal Defense Attorney — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 22:25:00 GMT

On December 20 in Dayton, Ohio a woman was arrested for abusing the 911 emergency call system, as well as being found in possession of the illegal drug marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

Lisa L. Brewer, a 43 year old resident of Clark County, made repeated calls to the 911 emergency system, reporting that an assault crime was being committed in her home in the Park Layne subdivision. She stated several times that her daughter was being assaulted by an unnamed person. Authorities who arrived on the scene however, found that no violent crime had been committed at the residence.

Brewer made repeated calls to the emergency system eventually making her location apparent to authorities who were dispatched to question her.

As she was questioned she became violent and was placed under arrest. During processing at the Clark County Jail she was found to have been in possession of an illegal drug as well as paraphernalia.

Brewer could face charges for assault if she attacked an officer, as well as drug possession and abuse of the 911 call system. If you or a loved one has been accused or arrested for committing a crime and are facing drug charges or other criminal charges you should contact a Dayton criminal defense attorney at the Gounaris Abboud, Co., LPA. With the assistance and guidance of an experienced criminal defense lawyer on your side your case has a better chance of a successful conclusion.

Man Arrested After Evading Police

Dayton Criminal Defense Attorney — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 22:20:00 GMT

Carl Ward Jr. was arrested Sunday, December 19 after attempting to evade police officers who pulled him over on North Orchard Avenue.

Police officers in Dayton, Ohio said they attempted to pull Ward over, who proceeded to exit his vehicle and attempt to escape on foot.

He was chased and found hiding nearby in the snow. When the officers tried to handcuff him, Ward attacked one of the officers, placing them in a choke hold. The officer broke free at which point Ward was promptly arrested.

Ward now faces charges for felonious assault as well as drug charges due to the large amount of heroin found in his vehicle.

Ward's criminal charges could result in a felony conviction, resulting in prison sentencing or heavy fines. If you or a loved one has been charged for committing assault or a drug crime you should contact a Dayton criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible. At Gounaris Abboud, Co., LPA you can find the legal guidance you need to have a chance at reduced or dropped charges.

Attempted Robbery at Walgreens

Dayton Criminal Defense Attorney — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 22:20:00 GMT

In Dayton, Ohio a man was arrested after attempting to rob the cashier at a Walgreens in the immediate presence of a law enforcement officer.

The police officer involved said that Donald Cotton, a 55 year old Ohio resident, attempted to reach into the cashier's drawer while buying a pack of gum, within only a few feet of the police officer.

The officer realized that Cotton was attempting to rob the store, and immediately ordered Cotton to stop what he was doing, placing him under arrest after he attempted to assault the officer.

Cotton could face theft crime charges for attempted robbery as well as felonious assault for fighting the police officer. If you have been charged with committing a theft crime you should contact a Dayton theft crime attorney immediately. By acquiring legal guidance from an experienced criminal defense lawyer at Gounaris Abboud, Co., LPA you will be taking the first necessary steps towards protecting your rights and your freedom.

Women Arrested for Disorderly Conduct

Dayton Criminal Defense Attorney — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 22:11:00 GMT

Police officials say that on Saturday, December 18 they were contacted by mall security at the Dayton Mall to assist in detaining or breaking up a group of disorderly people dressed as Santa Claus.

When they arrived on the scene police officers say that they found a large group of people dressed as Santa who were participating in an event known as "Santarchy," in which the participants dressed as Santa and visited public places to sing carols and hand out gifts.

Two women were arrested at the scene for public intoxication and intoxicated disorderly conduct.

The two women will face criminal charges and could face jail time as well as heavy fines for disorderly conduct. If you or a loved one has been charged with committing a crime such as disorderly conduct or an alcohol related crime you should contact a Dayton criminal defense attorney at Gounaris Abboud, Co., LPA for the effective and aggressive legal representation your case deserves.

DUI Dismissed

Blog Manager — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 19:25:00 GMT

The GA Firm is happy for its client Tim C as we were able to have his OVI charge dismissed in the Court in North Hampton, Ohio! Congrats Tim!

Federal Courts - Post-Sentence Rehabilitation

Blog Manager — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:15:00 GMT

Potentially, this is big news for those looking for a reduction POST-SENTENCE in federal Court! The lawyers at Gounaris Abboud will be watching this closely:

Before 2000, there was a circuit split on whether courts could consider the defendant's post-sentencing conduct for purposes of downward departure when a defendant was resentenced after appellate remand. In 2000, the Commission resolved the split by promulgating USSG 5K2.19, which states that post-sentencing rehabilitation is not an appropriate basis for downward departure.

Now, after Booker, there is once again a circuit split. Compare United States v. Lloyd, 469 F.3d 319, 324 (3d Cir. 2006) (stating that it "would not hold that a court never could consider a defendant's post-sentencing rehabilitation efforts when resentencing" following a Booker remand, but that post-sentence rehabilitative efforts should affect the sentence only in "an unusual case"), with United States v. Pepper, 570 F.3d 958, 965 (8th Cir. 2009) (holding that it is impermissible to consider post-sentencing rehabilitation for purposes of a downward variance), and United States v. Lorenzo, 471 F.3d 1219 (11th Cir. 2006) (holding that district courts are precluded from considering post-sentencing conduct under § 3553(a),, though it has recently recognized that "there is a question as to whether Lorenzo continues to be good law in light of [Booker, Rita, Kimbrough, Gall, and Spears]," see United States v. Smith, No. 09-13307, 2010 WL 1048819 (11th Cir. Mar. 22, 2010)).

The Eighth Circuit's decision below in Pepper, 570 F.3d 958, 965 (8th Cir. 2009), represents the fourth time the court of appeals has considered Mr. Pepper's case, after two appeals and a GVR in light of Gall and after reassignment (as ordered by the court of appeals) to a different sentencing judge. The new judge denied a variance based on post-offense rehabilitation and decided to grant less of a downward departure for cooperation under 5K1.1 that the previous judge had granted. The Eighth Circuit affirmed.

Also presented is the question whether a district judge who resentences on remand after reassignment is bound by the findings of the previous judge that were affirmed on appeal.

Welcome to our Criminal Defense Blog

Criminal Defense Attorney — Sat, 22 May 2010 07:14:00 GMT

We are pleased to announce the launch of our Criminal Defense blog with an rss feed available at-http://www.defenselawyerdayton.com/Blog/Recent-Blog-Posts/RSS.xml