Despite its moderate size of less than 100,000 residents, the city of Canton faces the type of crime usually seen in more populous cities. In fact, Canton was recently named one of the ten most dangerous small cities in the United States! Criminal offenses prosecuted in the city include:
- Serious theft crimes, such as robbery and burglary
- Violent crimes
- Homicide
- Weapon offenses
As such, the local police are cracking down on crime and prosecutors are vigorously pursuing the most serious penalties for even minor offenses. If you find yourself charged with a crime in Canton or Stark County, Ohio, it is in your best interests to immediately engage a seasoned criminal defense firm.