Laws on terrorism have always been rigid in the U.S., but these were ramped up further after the horrific events of 9/11. Both state and federal laws govern terrorism offenses, but due to the severity and cross-border nature of terrorism offenses, they are often...
Amid all of the high-profile decisions handed down by the U.S. Supreme Court this year, many people paid little attention to one regarding the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In a 6-3 ruling announced in June, the conservative majority of the court...
Federal embezzlement charges can have a devastating impact on a person's career. If you face such charges, your professional reputation and future employment opportunities are at risk. Understanding how these charges can affect your career is blatantly important if...
You probably understand identity theft, which involves the unauthorized use of another person’s identifying information. A conviction can result in serious consequences, including imprisonment. Aggravated identity theft is a more serious crime and its potential...
Using someone else's information to receive items in the mail without their consent is both a state and federal crime. In Mississippi, as in many other states, such actions fall under the category of identity theft and fraud, Stealing someone’s identity Mississippi...
Carrying a gun on school grounds in Mississippi is a serious offense with harsh consequences under both federal and state law. The Gun-Free School Zones Act (GFSA) of 1994 is a federal law that prohibits the possession or discharge of firearms within a school zone....
Working in the realm of finance is fulfilling, but it can also be risky at times. Especially in the context of nonprofit organizations, it is satisfying to know that you have kept a project going with the help of the budget you approved and provided. However, one...
Prescription medications, off-the-counter medicines, medical devices and equipment – there will always be a need for these medical products. But that high demand also means these items are popular targets for theft. State courts will hear cases of theft of medical...
Formal accusations of any criminal offense can be a frightening and stressful experience for anyone here in Mississippi or across the nation. This can especially be true if you are facing federal charges, where the ramifications in the event of a conviction can be...
One of the key differences between federal and state prosecutions is the level of resources available to federal prosecutors. Unlike state charges, many of which are prosecuted by overworked and underfunded state authorities, federal crimes are prosecuted by the...