With the rise in gun violence across the United States, law enforcement agencies are cracking down on the illegal movement and distribution of firearms. Understanding what constitutes firearm trafficking and when it becomes a federal offense is crucial for anyone...
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Understanding the stakes: Consequences of bankruptcy fraud
When debts pile high, declaring bankruptcy might seem like the only option. This is especially true during such serious financial difficulties. But, tread carefully. This process demands honesty and transparency. Failing to do so can lead to allegations of bankruptcy...
Bank fraud: Understanding the federal offense
Banks are some of the most important business entities in any economy because they keep the money flowing. By taking in deposits, they can provide loans to borrowers with interest. It’s a crime to rob a bank, but that hasn’t stopped unscrupulous individuals from...
The complex landscape of federal firearm offenses
Gun ownership is more than just a right; it’s also a great responsibility. Firearms are deadly weapons, but owners should never resort to using them for anything else other than self-defense – and only in situations where their life is on the line. This is why there...
When does flying a drone become a federal offense?
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were originally developed for military purposes such as reconnaissance. Nowadays, UAVs, more popularly known as drones, have many more applications outside of war and spying. These include aerial photography, entertainment, monitoring...
Is it a crime to aim a laser pointer at an airplane?
While they’re useful for visual demonstrations and special effects, laser pointers can be harmful. Even commercially available laser pointer models with low milliwatt outputs are enough to cause permanent retinal damage if aimed at people’s eyes. Laser pointers can...
Online threats lead to criminal charges in East Lansing
The proliferation of social media often tempts individuals to use various platforms as a means of disseminating racist or other unwelcome sentiment. Sometimes, an ill-considered post can lead to serious criminal charges. A resident of the Upper Peninsula recently pled...
Defending yourself against a RICO charge
A white-collar federal criminal charge such as a RICO violation is something you should take seriously. You may associate RICO violations with organized crime networks and figure if you are not involved with organized crime, you cannot be charged, but that is not...
Suppressed evidence in a federal drug case
Are you worried about the federal drug charges that have been levied against you? If not, you probably should be. After all, a federal conviction can lead to extensive incarceration and a negative impact on many areas of your life. But don’t let that scare you into...
The scope of uttering and publishing charges in Michigan
Uttering and publishing charges have recently come to the forefront in Michigan, shedding light on a legal aspect that may be unfamiliar to many. To put it simply, this crime pertains to the deliberate act of presenting or utilizing a counterfeit document, all with...