Recent data from the United States Justice Department suggests that white-collar crime is actually on the decline. White-collar crime includes federal procurement fraud, arson for profit, identity theft, telemarketing theft and much more. As of 2016,...
Month: January 2018
Akron school board member arrested on drug charges after overdose
No matter who you are, you may be touched by someone who has been affected by the opioid crisis. Opioids have become a major concern in the streets, as they're easy to access and often overprescribed. Even those who work with the school systems may be affected by the...
Dodging taxes can lead to serious consequences
It's a crime to try to avoid paying taxes, but many people try to get away with it. Tax evasion refers to individuals attempting not to pay taxes purposefully. People who make mistakes on their taxes shouldn't face charges for their errors, although they may face...
What’s different between a misdemeanor and felony?
Misdemeanors and felonies are both charges that you don't want to have on your record. Both can affect your ability to obtain a job or to rent an apartment you love. Some may make it harder for you socially, whereas others could hold you back when you're looking to go...
Cyberbullies: Charges could lead to heavy penalties
Cyberbullying doesn't always seem serious. After all, kids are just kids, and the majority of cases involve children and minors. The truth is, though, that cyberbullying is a crime, and it does have real repercussions. Kids faced with constant bullying online and at...
Myths hurt your understanding of white collar crime law
As someone accused of a white collar crime, you might think you'll get away without penalties since you have the money and power to back your defense. The truth is that people in powerful positions and those who are wealthy do sometimes end up in prison or facing...
Beware of “sleeping it off” in your car
If you feel that you have taken in too much alcohol to drive safely, you may consider sleeping it off in your car. It seems like a win-win. After all, you get to rest, and the streets have one fewer intoxicated driver. However, if you do this, beware that there are...