Business owners can commit Many types of crime in the business world, but one of the most serious ones in Florida is corporate fraud. Crimes like corporate fraud and money laundering often attract high-profile media attention and can devastate a company's reputation,...
Federal Crimes
His mistake is going to cost him. FL man sentenced for food stamp fraud.
A former store owner in Florida has been sentenced to more than two years in federal prison for his role in a case of government fraud. He was charged with conspiracy to defraud the USDA and for making false claims to the same agency. History of fraud The defendant...
The penalties for fraud
Being arrested in Florida for a fraud crime carries serious penalties. Because these charges can adversely affect your life, getting help is urgent. Understanding fraud Fraud can take on many different forms. However, the one thing they all have in common is that they...
Notes about Miranda rights
If the police don't read someone their Miranda rights when arresting them, the officers will violate the person's constitutional rights. Any statements the suspect makes would not likely be admissible in a Florida court. While many have a general idea about Miranda...
Accused of money laundering in Florida
Recently, a federal grand jury in the state of Miami indicted a Venezuelan businessman for money laundering. He is accused of being involved in a scheme that ran for multiple years and included millions of laundered dollars. What are the details of the indictment?...
Three ways someone could avoid credit card fraud charges
If you're facing credit card fraud charges in Florida, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. With that said, many situations happen that can cause someone to unknowingly commit credit card fraud. Considering that, here are a few situations when you could avoid credit card...
Identifying and preventing telemarketing fraud
In Florida, telemarketing fraud is a crime that occurs over the phone. The activity often involves a person posing as the representative of a company that is selling a fraudulent product or service. It is often difficult to catch a telemarketer who uses various...
Filing falsely for a trademark is fraud
Dishonesty when registering for a trademark constitutes as fraud. An applicant makes intentionally false statements on an application to obtain a trademark. This type of fraud often counts as a federal crime. The precise definition of fraud is outlined under trademark...
The deception of pump and dump fraud
Pump and dump schemes are frequent occurrences in penny stock trading. The prices of penny stocks are falsely doubled or tripled in a few days and sold. This type of securities fraud is well known among investors in Florida but continues to be widespread. Pump and...
What is the RICO Act?
Residents of Florida who are charged with white collar crimes need to take quick action to protect their rights. Racketeering is a serious offense that carries significant penalties. That's why it's important to understand the federal RICO Act. What is the RICO Act?...