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Facing serious criminal allegations and high-level drug charges goes far beyond simple drug possession charges. Perhaps you have been accused of interstate drug trafficking, for example, or manufacturing drugs. The charges you are facing could be life-changing. During...
If you are facing serious felony charges, such as drug charges or white-collar crime allegations, then you need to know exactly how the police can gather evidence in the case. There is a good chance that they will want to search for evidence on your cellphone. This...
Earlier this year, we discussed how people can find themselves in serious trouble with the law for helping others evade arrest. This assistance can result in charges like obstruction of justice or being an accessory after the fact. Another, less well-known, offense...
Most people associate money laundering with organized crime or dramatic movie plots, characterized by shady deals and secret offshore accounts. Yet the reality is that ordinary individuals can be drawn into laundering activities without realizing it. Criminal networks...
The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act was designed to target organized crime, but its reach has expanded to many types of alleged criminal activity. Law enforcement agencies often spend months or even years gathering evidence before making...
Most people understand that money laundering (running the profits of criminal enterprises through legitimate bank accounts) is against the law. However, there are a couple of ways that unwitting individuals can be convinced they are doing so for lawful reasons Let’s...
White-collar crimes frequently relate to fraud. Professionals in a variety of careers can lie to people or misrepresent circumstances for financial gain. There are various types of fraud that are technically violations of both state and federal laws. People accused of...
When people picture crime, they often think of thefts, assaults or dramatic car chases. But some criminal acts happen quietly, in corporate offices, financial institutions or even home offices. White collar crime refers to non-violent, financially motivated offenses...
Bankruptcy fraud is a federal crime that occurs when someone knowingly provides false information, hides assets or takes improper steps during the bankruptcy process to gain financial advantage. These charges are serious and can lead to steep fines and time in federal...
People accused of white-collar criminal offenses often face federal prosecution. Fraud accusations are often federal offenses, for example. The defendant in a white-collar criminal case is at risk of major penalties ranging from incarceration to orders of restitution....
