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Laws based on the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act are designed to target organized crime, but not all RICO charges follow the same playbook. If you are facing allegations in Michigan, the difference between state and federal statutes can...
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...
If a person distributes illegal drugs from one state to another, they could be arrested and charged with drug trafficking. Drug trafficking is a federal criminal offense that can lead to life-altering consequences, including incarceration and fines. Here are some...
Helping someone avoid arrest may seem like an act of loyalty or protection, but it can result in serious legal consequences. Under federal law, knowingly assisting another person in evading arrest can lead to charges such as aiding and abetting, obstruction of justice...
A visit from federal agents such as the FBI, is a very serious event. In an investigation, the government categorizes individuals into three distinct groups: target, subject and witness. It's very important to know which group you are in. This tells you about the...
Drug charges can vary based on how serious the offense is. In Michigan, one important difference is whether the charge is for simple possession or possession with intent to distribute. This distinction matters because one is usually handled at the state level, while...
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...
People buy and sell stocks on a regular basis. There’s usually no issue with doing this unless the person who is doing the trading is using information that they shouldn’t have access to when making those decisions. Insider trading occurs when a person buys or sells...
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...
