If you're caught transporting drugs or are accused of running a cartel, you're in a difficult position. You may face hefty fines and significant charges.Your attorney's goal is to help reduce the penalties you face, which can help you avoid lengthy prison sentences...
The concept of a grand jury was first recognized as a part of the English Magna Carta in the year 1215. The jury was formed to help decide the guilt or innocence of the accused by way of presenting information and evidence to help make the case. If you are ever called...
Federal fraud charges are serious business. A federal charge can land you in prison for years, and the financial impact can be high.One kind of fraud that a person may commit that would be considered a felony is insurance fraud. As a felony, insurance fraud carries a...
One mistake, one wrong turn, one bad decision can lead to a world of hurt for you and your family. You may be experiencing that now if you are serving time for a federal drug offense, such as trafficking, conspiracy or felony possession. Many federal crimes carry...
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Federal crimes, or crimes that specifically violate the laws of the federal government, are among the worst. They are investigated by federal law enforcement, and the government itself prosecutes the case.As someone who is facing federal charges, you need to be aware...
White collar crime is a term that was coined in 1939 and refers to fraud committed by government and business professionals. Fraud doesn't usually involve violence or threats; instead, the motivation to commit fraud is purely financial. Fraud can be used to gain...
If you are convicted of a federal fraud, you could face serious penalties such as high fines and time in prison. Fraud is normally a financial crime, so the financial implications of getting caught committing fraud can be extreme.One form of financial fraud is...
Federal crimes can quickly lead to harsh penalties, and convictions often come with imprisonment. Take for example a case reported by the U.S. Department of Justice. They announced that 43 people who were defendants in a firearms and drug-trafficking investigation...
The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution protects citizens from unlawful search and seizure. In most cases, you have the right to refuse a police search and doing so may be wise. If the police ask for permission to search your person, car, or property,...