Arthur Boso, Violating RCRA, Ohio 2006

Lisbon, OH – Arthur Boso was sentenced in 2006 following a case involving the illegal handling of hazardous waste in a residential area of Lisbon, Ohio. The case, investigated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and pursued by the Ohio Attorney General’s Office, revealed a pattern of improper transportation, storage, and disposal practices that put the local community at risk.

The investigation, which began in February 2005, centered around allegations that Boso and several associates were circumventing federal and state regulations designed to protect public health and the environment. Authorities discovered evidence of hazardous materials being stored and handled without proper permits or safety measures, raising concerns about potential contamination of soil and water resources. While the specifics of the hazardous waste remain undisclosed in public records, the nature of the violations indicated a disregard for established environmental protocols.

On February 24, 2005, Boso, along with three other individuals, faced charges related to violations of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and corresponding state environmental regulations. The RCRA is a comprehensive federal law governing the disposal of solid and hazardous waste, aiming to prevent harm to human health and the environment. State laws mirror these federal regulations, adding further layers of accountability.

Boso entered a guilty plea on August 5, 2005, to one count of violating these regulations. As a result, he received a six-month suspended jail sentence, meaning he would only serve time if he violated the terms of his probation. He was placed on 12 months of probation, ordered to pay a $1,000 fine to the state, and required to provide $500 in restitution to the Ohio Attorney General’s Office to cover investigation costs.

Two other defendants, identified as Berrigan and Franks, also pleaded guilty to similar charges. Berrigan received a three-month suspended sentence, 24 months of probation, 40 hours of community service, and was ordered to pay $2,000 in restitution. Franks received a six-month suspended sentence, 12 months of probation (with a minimum of 60 hours of service to a charitable organization), and a $500 fine. Notably, charges against a fourth individual were dismissed by the government on December 15, 2005, with the reasons for dismissal remaining unconfirmed.

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Key Facts

Defendant: Arthur Boso
Location: Lisbon, Ohio
Year: 2006
Statutes Violated: Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Ohio State Environmental Regulations
Penalties: 6 months suspended incarceration, 12 months probation, $1,000 state fine, $500 restitution.
Investigation Led By: EPA and Ohio Attorney General’s Office

The case highlights the ongoing challenges faced by environmental regulators in enforcing hazardous waste laws and holding individuals accountable for actions that endanger communities. The suspended sentences granted to Boso and his associates underscore the complexities of balancing punishment with the potential for rehabilitation and continued compliance with environmental standards. GrimyTimes will continue to follow cases involving environmental crimes and their impact on vulnerable populations.

Source: EPA ECHO Enforcement Case Database

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