Legal Question in Criminal Law in Ohio

My signature was photocopied and transfered to a promisory note handwritten by an a removed ex-family member. I did not sign/nor would I ever sign a promisory note of $6000 for them. What laws in Ohio have been committed?


Asked on 10/02/12, 7:18 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Adam Burke Burke, Meis & Associates

At a minimum forgery.

In Ohio, forging an unauthorized writing is a felony of the Fifth Degree.

See Ohio Revised Code Section 2913.31. This includes a maximum penalty of one year in prison.

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Answered on 10/02/12, 7:45 pm
Joseph Jacobs Jacobs & Lowder

If you want the person to be criminally prosecuted, report this to the police. Then remember that you can also sue them for your losses in a civil action. If you want any help feel free to call me directly. 216.952.1990.

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Answered on 10/02/12, 8:37 pm


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