As authorities in Georgia crack down on drug use and distribution, there are more and more raids taking place. In a recent Gwinnett gang raid, two people were arrested after the authorities found drugs and weapons in their possession.Both state and federal agents were...
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Illegal dumping leads to 18-month sentence for truck driver
Federal crimes aren't always violent, but they often have serious outcomes that impact people or the environment. Take, for example, this case of a truck driver who was sentenced to 18 months in prison for dumping 3,000 gallons of fuel in Georgia illegally.By doing...
Wire fraud involves complex schemes
Because methods of communication are so mobile these days, it may be hard to remember that telephones used to connect to the walls with a wire. Now, "wireless" is a common method of transmitting information, but federal authorities may still charge you with wire fraud...
If you made a mistake on your taxes, is it fraud?
Federal fraud charges come with harsh penalties, which is why it's important to find an attorney quickly if you're facing accusations or if you're a part of an investigation. Fraud impacts businesses, consumers and the entire economy, so it's taken very seriously by...
Drug trafficking: Harsh penalties await those who are convicted
Drug trafficking is one of the most common kinds of drug crimes. You can be accused of drug trafficking if you have drugs in your vehicle and cross state lines, transport drugs between cities or even if you're only in possession of drugs but are in a moving vehicle....
Personal digital criminal legacies harm white collar offenders
In an interesting study by the University of Portsmouth, it was found that digital media has a damaging impact on those who have committed white collar crimes and who are now trying to reintegrate into society. Part of the reason for that is that they are often...
Police chief’s wife arrested for heroin possession in Georgia
Federal drug charges have a lasting impact on your life, whether you're arrested and released or end up convicted. There is the media that will pick up the story, and your reputation that could take a hit because of how you're treated.Sometimes, drug busts happen to...
Man facing execution in Georgia launches appeal
Federal crimes can land you in prison and lead to long sentences. Sometimes, people are wrongfully accused and convicted of crimes they didn't commit. In worst-case scenarios, they face execution. In a case in Georgia, a man who is being sentenced to death has...
Are you facing conspiracy charges for drug crimes?
If you are facing drug charges, you should understand the challenges ahead. It is likely that authorities have been building a case against you for some time, and they feel they have enough evidence to go to trial. Drug charges alone carry stiff penalties, but it is...
Identity theft: A growing crime in America
Federal fraud charges are financial crimes that have an impact on individuals, businesses and the United States' economy. Since there are so many issues that can be caused by fraud, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) takes a strong stance in investigating cases...