What can you do if you’re accused of possessing illegal porn? There’s no denying that people intentionally seeking illegal pornographic materials, much of which features minors, deserve to face legal consequences. But what about people who accidentally end up in possession of illegal pornography? Modern technology allows for the simple and rapid exchange of all […]
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Is your child on the spectrum and been accused of a crime? Children with autism benefit from a variety of different laws created to protect them. Your child’s diagnosis also plays a role in his or her defense. How does the law protect people with autism? Here’s what you need to know. What is Autism? […]
Securities fraud occurs when someone lies or steals an investment for their personal financial gain. To be a crime, it must be intentional and the person committing the act must stand to gain from it. Stockbrokers most often face securities fraud charges, but organizations and investment firms can be convicted, too. It is a federal […]
Personal drone use is a relatively new occurrence. But should you be concerned about drone crimes? A few decades ago it would’ve been unfathomable for people to launch cameras and control them via remote control. But now, people of all ages and income levels own drones and use them for a variety of reasons. And […]
If you or someone you care about has been accused of date rape, you need to speak to an attorney. Guilty or not, your situation is serious. Even if criminal charges are not filed against you or you are not convicted, being accused of date rape can ruin your life. Innocent people accused of things […]
PPP Loan Fraud The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) was launched in April 2020 as part of the Cares Act to provide a lifeline for businesses struggling to pay employees due to the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic. The program set up forgivable loans for small businesses and eventually distributed the funds, at least in large […]
Federal Sentencing Guidelines Anyone convicted of a federal crime is subject to United States Federal Sentencing Guidelines. These guidelines impact the length of your sentence, no matter the location of the court, as long as it’s a federal court. Many people view these guidelines as being excessively harsh, but they’ve also attempted to limit the […]
Expert Witness Most people have heard the term “expert witness,” but it’s not until you’re in need of one do you truly understand an expert witness is more than just someone with experience in a given field. Just because a person considers him or herself an expert doesn’t mean the court will view it this […]
Unemployment Insurance Fraud Unemployment insurance, also called UI or just unemployment, is a program that helps out-of-work Americans. Over the last several months since the COVID-19 pandemic began, millions of Americans have filed for unemployment through their state programs. This has resulted in an uptick in accusations of unemployment insurance fraud. Unemployment insurance programs across […]
Ketosis Defense Embracing a low-carb diet might result in weight loss and feeling healthier, but it could also get you arrested. It might sound crazy but it’s true. A low-carb diet can trick a breathalyzer test into producing false results. Breath tests or breathalyzer tests are administered at the scene of a traffic stop when […]
