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White-collar criminal charges have the potential to bring life-altering penalties if convicted of these allegations. Money laundering is a common type of white-collar crime, and even though these charges lack an element of violence, the implications are quite serious....
In a previous post, this column addressed some of the rights provided to Michigan residents who are facing criminal charges. This week, this column will go over some of the other, less commonly known rights you have if you find yourself accused of a federal crime....
Federal authorities recently identified and arrested two men in Michigan for their alleged role in an unemployment fraud scheme. They are facing federal fraud charges. If convicted, they are looking at some serious consequences, such as prison time, fines and...
Any crime that affects financial markets is considered a big deal and not something the federal government is going to treat lightly. Securities fraud comes in several forms, all of which are considered major criminal offenses. Michigan residents who find themselves...
When people think of racketeering, they think of acts committed by a major criminal organization. While the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act was passed to eliminate this type of organized crime, now it addresses so much more. Michigan residents do...
Facing criminal charges is intimidating, but regardless of the details of your individual case, you have certain rights. It is in your interests to know your rights in order to fully protect yourself and your interests while navigating the criminal justice system. One...
Law enforcement authorities have been investigating a prescription drug ring in the Detroit area for some time and have recently made another arrest in the case. The accused is a local pharmacist. This individual is charged with filling fraudulent prescriptions...
When Michigan residents are facing federal criminal charges, the potential consequences they face can be significant. You want to do whatever will help you achieve the best possible outcome. In the end, you really only have two choices. You can either enter a guilty...
A doctor in another state recently experienced a significant legal win as he was cleared in a kickback case. For medical providers in Michigan and elsewhere, accepting kickbacks can be a form of health care fraud. It is a serious offense that can have significant...
The Lansing post of the Drug Enforcement Administration recently arrested 16 Michiganders on federal drug-related charges. Each individual is accused of trafficking, among other things. If convicted, they are facing years in prison and hefty fines. The case ...
