Casmer P. Ogonowski (March 4, 1923 – January 10, 2012) was an American politician.
Casmer P. Ogonowski | |
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| Member of the Michigan House of Representatives | |
| In office January 1, 1969 – March 15, 1982 | |
| Preceded by | Anthony C. Licata |
| Succeeded by | Clem Bykowski |
| Constituency | 19th district (1969–1972) 3rd district (1973–1982) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 4, 1923 Detroit, Michigan |
| Died | January 10, 2012 (aged 88) |
| Political party | Democratic |
Born in Detroit, Michigan, Ogonowski served in the Michigan House of Representatives from 1969 until his resignation in 1982. He was a Democrat and Chairman of the state Liquor Control Commission. He was found guilty of two counts of extortion for demanding a $2000 bribe from a Detroit store owner in exchange for a liquor license and a lottery station. He was found guilty and sentenced to three years in prison. Convicted felons are not allowed to serve in the legislature, so he resigned his seat in March 1982.[1][2][3][4][5]
References
edit- ^ "The Political Graveyard: Index to Politicians: Ogdin to Ohar". politicalgraveyard.com.
- ^ "Casmer P. Ogonowski-death notice".
- ^ 'Ogonowski pleas guilty,' Ironwood Daily Globe, February 17, 1982, pg. 2
- ^ 'Ogonowski quits,' Marshall Daily Chronicle. March 9, 1982, pg. 2
- ^ Toledo Blade | April 6, 1982 | Michigan Ex-Legislator Given 3 Years In Prison | Oganowski Pleaded Guilty To 2 U.S. Extortion Charges | [1]