People often think of “money mules” as people who agree to launder illegally obtained money to keep it from being found and seized by authorities. The truth is that people often unknowingly become money mules. Unfortunately, ignorance of what you’re doing doesn’t...
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2 mistakes to avoid when facing a drug charge
Drug possession, intent to distribute, manufacturing and trafficking are serious offenses in South Carolina. The state provides residents with a list of controlled substances to keep them informed. Anyone caught with any of these substances may be accused of a drug...
What does mail fraud entail?
The term "mail fraud" sounds like a minor offense. Most people don’t even know what it means, but they can still face federal charges if they're accused of participating in it. Mail fraud can involve a range of prohibited activities. If you are under investigation or...
Suppression of evidence in your criminal case
Evidence forms a crucial part of any criminal trial. It helps in establishing the facts of the case, which goes a long way in determining the final verdict. However, not all evidence can be used against you in court, no matter the nature of your charges. A judge can...
How can a confession lead to a wrongful conviction?
In cases of wrongful convictions, it sometimes turns out the individual confessed to the crime, despite the fact that they didn’t commit that crime. They may have been convicted based on the confession and then cleared through DNA evidence, for example. But this can...
What happens to those accused of not paying their taxes?
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) helps ensure that each individual and business pays their fair share in federal income taxes. One of the ways that the IRS tracks tax compliance and enforces income tax law is through annual tax filings and random tax audits. Every...
Field sobriety tests aren’t all that accurate
If the police pull you over on suspicion of drunk driving, one of the first things the officer may do is ask you to get out of the car and perform field sobriety tests. There are three different tests that they do measuring eye movement, balance, and ability to follow...
How much trouble are you in for receiving stolen goods?
Many criminal offenses are easy to define. For instance, if an individual attacks an innocent person, causing them harm, then this is a clear assault. Additionally, walking into a store and purposely taking an item without paying for it is a blatant example of theft. ...
3 times business owners or executives may face tax fraud charges
The tax code is complex, and even simple mistakes can have major legal and financial implications. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tends to scrutinize returns carefully, especially when there are complex factors, like numerous write-offs or deductions. When an...
Don’t underestimate the consequences of lying to federal agents
Having federal agents show up at your home or office is a highly stressful experience. Even if they say they just want to ask you a few questions or “have a chat” and don’t appear to be accusing you of any wrongdoing, it’s natural to be anxious. Nonetheless, anything...