Federal income tax evasion represents one of the most serious federal charges you can face in Mississippi. If Internal Revenue Service investigators believe that you deliberately and knowingly committed some type of tax fraud, the IRS has two choices: it can sue you...
Federal Criminal Defense
When does a crime become Federal?
When dealing with laws in the United States, it is helpful to remember that there are both state and federal statutes. For example, we have our own laws here in the state of Mississippi, but there are also federal laws that govern Mississippi as well. Persons who are...
Can two different courts charge me for the same crime?
You and every other person in Mississippi have a constitutional right to avoid double jeopardy, which is when the state charges you with the same crime more than one time. What this essentially means is that if you face a criminal charge, go to court and are found not...
This is the importance of a criminal defense attorney
If you are accused of a federal crime, one of the most important steps to take is to start working with a defense attorney. Your life and liberties are on the line, so there is no reason to try to handle this situation on your own.Some people worry that working with...
Here’s why you need to choose the right defense attorney
If you are charged with a crime, one of the first things you'll want to do is hire an attorney with experience in the area of law that your charges are in. For example, if you face federal charges for fraud, you'll likely want an attorney who is experienced in...
Woman faces federal lawsuit over vandalism of Dakota Access line
If you follow the national news, then you remember the major concerns that came with the Dakota Access oil pipeline. So many people wanted to prevent the construction of the pipeline that there were many cases of vandalism and other criminal acts. A woman is facing a...
“White-collar crimes” often don’t involve the rich and powerful
Many people associate the term "white-collar crime" with Wall Street bigwigs and executives of large corporations. It may seem like even if they're convicted and punished, they end up in "country club prisons." However, people in just about every social strata and all...
Which is better for the accused, state or federal court?
If you've committed a federal crime, you could be looking at charges through the federal system. The trouble with federal charges is that they are crimes that violate federal laws. Often, they're felonies. Felonies come with minimum penalties and serious fines, and...
Do you have a right to counsel?
If you commit a felony, then you will need to look into a strong federal defense. Federal crimes range in severity, but the majority come with at least a year in prison and heavy fines. To protect yourself and your freedom, the best thing you can do is to work with a...
Those facing wire fraud charges need to think about a defense
Most people living and working in Mississippi put in years of hard work to build a successful career. In many cases, this means years of higher education combined with more years of hands-on training while advancing through their chosen industry. Unfortunately, we...