Category: Federal Crime
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Five Types of White Collar Crime
There are numerous different examples of white collar crimes that can put accused individuals at risk for facing significant penalties like jail time, fines, and other consequences. Being accused of white collar crime in and of itself is an unfortunate situation that can generate confusion and a sense of overwhelm. This is why it is…
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What You Need to Know About the Federal Criminal Charging Process
The federal court system functions in roughly the same way as the state court systems, but there are some important differences. For example, federal cases are brought by United States Attorneys instead of prosecutors or district attorneys. While you can be charged and tried under both systems, usually when the federal government steps in, the…
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What is Employee Theft in Florida?
Employee theft occurs when an employee unlawfully takes from their employer. Usually it will involve money, but it can involve property as well. The taking is with the intent to permanently deprive the employer of the funds or property. This particular crime is taken very seriously in Florida and it can result in severe penalties.…
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The Basics of Federal Criminal Sentencing
The Federal Sentencing Guidelines can be extremely difficult to understand. Your federal criminal lawyer is well-versed in these guidelines, however. That means that she can help you determine what your penalty under federal law may be based on the guidelines. This will be extremely important to know in your federal criminal case, particularly as you…