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October 12, 2018
White Collar Crime: Not What it Seems
When you think of “White Collar Crime,” what do you think of? Do you think of a person in an expensive suit sitting behind a desk skimming money off the top of an investment account? For many, this is the portrait the phrase “White Collar Crime,” paints for them. This is not necessarily a… Read More »
October 11, 2018
ASSET FORFEITURE IS REVERSIBLE
Law enforcement officials who suspect persons are operating an illegal enterprise may seize personal assets and sell personal assets. This means innocent owners of homes, vehicles, cash, bank accounts and high-end personal items may have their property seized and sold at auction. It’s embarrassing, inconvenient and may jeopardize a family’s future. In addition, Federal… Read More »
July 19, 2018
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Possession of a controlled substance in recent years seems to be as normal as getting a parking ticket. More and more people are finding themselves in situations where they are caught in the wrong place at the wrong time. Oftentimes these encounters stem from bad decision making or outside influence. Peer pressure plays a… Read More »
July 17, 2018
Juvenile…Justice?
Everyone has made mistakes they come to regret. Some regret them immediately and others come to regret them much later in life. For many young people that commit violent offenses under the age of 18, regret may come much quicker than anticipated. For many years violent juvenile offenders have been subject to the harsh… Read More »
July 6, 2018
The Many Spectrums of Theft
It is well known that there are many different types of theft. This is simply due to the multitude of items that are available to be stolen in this day and age. Theft is often portrayed in our modern society with video games (Grand Theft Auto) and movies (Ocean’s Eight). These movies make theft… Read More »
July 5, 2018
Entrapment: Not Always So Clear
Entrapment is a tricky and often overlooked topic. The harsh reality is that entrapment occurs more often than people are aware. Generally, a person trusts that law enforcement will not lead them astray. As a representative of the law, an officer has the most influence over those who may be previously inclined to commit… Read More »
April 16, 2018
What Should You Do If the Police Ask To Search Your Home?
When the police come knocking at your door, you might feel completely overcome with worry and concern, even if you haven’t done anything wrong. The police often use this fear to intimidate you and your family, making you feel as if you need to open your door and allow them to search your home… Read More »
April 3, 2018
Understanding the Consequences of an Underage DUI
Drinking while under the age of 21 is illegal under any circumstances, but if an underage drinker is caught behind the wheel while intoxicated, the repercussions could be even more serious. Even though drivers 21 years or older are considered intoxicated when their blood alcohol concentration, BAC, is .08% or higher, an underage driver… Read More »