Business owners, executives and financial professionals are at a heightened risk of white-collar criminal charges. Some people face accusations of fraud or embezzlement. Others could face prosecution related to allegations of money laundering. The government tracks...
Many people assume that criminal liability only applies if someone knew about or took part in the wrongdoing. However, in business partnerships, things are not always that simple. Under certain circumstances, a partner can face serious consequences for a crime they...
When people think of computer hacking, they often imagine what they see in the movies. They believe that hackers need to use high-tech computer systems, frantically typing code as green letters appear on the screen. But in reality, hacking just means gaining...
The police are going to need an extensive amount of evidence if they want to successfully help prosecutor’s bring charges against you that lead to a conviction. In many white-collar crime cases, this evidence is seized after either executing a search warrant or...
There are many different types of financial offenses that the state prosecutes. Some people face fraud allegations because of their business behavior or professional conduct. Others may face fraud allegations because of how they try to protect their personal...
Plea deals have taken over the judicial system and are now used to settle most criminal cases. The American Bar Association reported that they are a feature of 95% of state convictions and 98% of federal ones. But that does not mean you should use one. While they can...
If the police suspect that someone in your company has engaged in criminal activities, they may want to search your business location(s). Can they just come in and conduct a search without obtaining your permission? For the most part, the answer to this is no. Without...
Learning that you are under investigation can come as a shock. Especially if you have not knowingly done anything wrong. Yet, each year many people find themselves in just this situation because the authorities believe they were involved in a white-collar crime. It...
Filing a tax return is one of the duties that companies and income earners have in the United States. Failing to file a return can lead to criminal charges. Understanding the various types of tax crimes may help those who are obligated to file taxes to avoid such...
Money laundering is a type of white-collar crime. White-collar crimes are often thought of as less serious crimes, but this is not the case. A conviction for money laundering can result in significant criminal penalties. In a nutshell, money laundering amounts to...
