When injustice occurs, people often take to the streets to voice their anger and frustration with society. Our rights to free speech and peaceful protest are supposed to protect us when we march for a cause, but unfortunately, it doesn’t always work like that. If you or someone you care about was arrested during a...
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As the Department of Justice (DOJ) continues to investigate suspected cases of federal CARES Act fraud, people who have received funds through their various programs are in danger of being charged. If you successfully applied for a loan through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) or the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program or qualified for Federal Pandemic Unemployment...
Organized crime. Racketeering. Mobs. RICO. They may sound like things from a movie, but when you are facing federal charges under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) law, there is nothing fictional about it. In real life, RICO charges can be brought for a variety of crimes against individual members of groups that...
Our society is overworked. Americans work 258 more hours per year than our European counterparts. One of the biggest problems with working long hours is the increase in motor vehicle accidents and injuries associated with driving drowsy. According to The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drowsy driving causes almost 100,000 motor vehicle accidents each year....
You may be conducting totally legitimate business online, but if you are using bitcoin or another form of cybercurrency, you could attract the interest of federal investigators. Not only could your transactions be traced, but you could be targeted in a sting operation. It is important that you understand your rights and call a...
You might be confused about being arrested by federal law enforcement officers for a crime like theft or vandalism, but if you are accused of committing the crime on federal property, your charges will be handled by the feds. If this happens, you need a defense attorney who is admitted to practice law in...
The arresting agent or federal prosecutor may make it sound like an easy decision. Accept their deal and avoid a trial and the most severe consequences. However, you have a right to an attorney, and this is a time to exercise that right. Even if you are threatened with losing the plea deal, you should consult...
Federal Conspiracy to Commit Murder Charges Federal conspiracy charges are serious criminal allegations that carry significant penalties, particularly when the underlying crime is as serious as murder. Understanding the nature of the charges and your legal options is essential. What is Conspiracy to Commit Murder? Under federal law, a conspiracy occurs when two or more...
In an effort to curb the spread of the coronavirus in the Miami area, Mayor Francis Suarez issued an executive order on June 24, requiring the use of masks in most public spaces. This is not a request or a suggestion. It is a temporary law that is enforced by the Miami Police Department. Previously,...
It is against both state and federal law to view, download, or store pornographic images of children on your computer. It doesn’t matter that your computer is private property or that you are viewing it in your own home. Investigators have ways of tracking online activity and may be able to locate you and...
When facing DUI charges, understanding the best DUI defenses available can make all the difference in your case. A skilled DUI attorney, can assess your situation and determine the most effective defense based on your unique facts. Many people wonder, “Do I need a DUI attorney?” With the serious consequences of a DUI conviction, having...
Sex crimes carry serious consequences in Florida. A conviction on a sexual battery charge could mean many years in jail and little chance at a decent life even after you are released. There may be no way to avoid a conviction when you are charged with sexual battery, but when you work with an experienced...