 In 1998, Faiello was charged with possession of a controlled substance, forgery and possession of a forged instrument.He pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor count of possession of a forged instrument and was sentenced to three years' probation.Faiello claimed on his professional website to hold a Master of Science degree from RPI and the credential of Certified Professional Electrologist, despite it lapsing in 1998 after he failed to earn continuing education units required to maintain certification.