Monthly Archives: November 2015

Texting and Emailing Threats

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Texting and emailing threats These days, nearly everyone has access to a computer and the Internet. Many people even carry around smartphones that give them instant access to email, text, and social media. This technology certainly makes life easier, but it can also lead to trouble.

Can I Purchase Property as a Sex Offender?

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If you have ever thought about buying a house, you probably know that home shopping can be a stressful experience. Finding the right property can take weeks, months, or even years. When you finally find the perfect place, you must jump through the hoops of securing financing and closing.

Criminal Copyright Infringement

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The U.S. Department of Justice aggressively pursues criminal charges against individuals and businesses that unlawfully reproduce, distribute, or display works belonging to another person or entity for the purposes of commercial advantage or private financial gain.

Neighborhood Disputes Can Land You in Jail

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Unless you live on a deserted island, you probably have at least one neighbor. Although neighbors can be a vital part of a tight-knit community and a source of support and help when you need it, there are times when a neighbor just gets on your nerves.

Can a Mistake on My Taxes Land Me in Jail?

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As the year wraps up, it’s time to start thinking about taxes. Everyone’s favorite chore, right? Unpleasant though it may be, paying taxes is the law.

How Do You Prove You Were Framed?

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Entrapment is one of those things people hear a lot about on TV but maybe don’t thoroughly understand. If you were framed for a crime, you can’t be found guilty, right? Actually, it’s not that simple.

The Deadliest Days for Drunk Driving

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Now that the holidays are behind us, it is time to start planning summer vacations and weekend getaways. If you plan to hit the road over spring break, or you are just in search of warmer weather, it is important to stay safe behind the wheel.

Not Just for the Movies: Public Corruption Charges

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Being elected to public office is a significant achievement that requires a lot of hard work, sacrifice, and commitment to service. There are, however, downsides to serving in a public role. Public officials, including politicians, judges, and labor union officers, are often targeted by corruption probes and investigations. Serving in the public eye means being […]

Flakka: A New and Dangerous Drug

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Sometimes referred to as “gravel” because of its gray, rock-like texture, flakka is a somewhat new, completely man-made drug that has had a deadly effect in the United States. Cheap, easy to make, and highly addictive, flakka is known for causing overdoses in users. If you are facing drug charges for flakka use or any […]

Prisoners Released Under Retroactive Application of New Drug Sentencing Guidelines

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In November 2015, more than 6,000 prisoners serving time for federal drug convictions were released from prison early. The release happened as a result of new federal sentencing guidelines aimed toward reducing overcrowding in U.S. prisons. Currently, over half of all federal inmates are serving time for drug-related charges, according to the New York Times.