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...
Federal Criminal Defense
Stealing medical products – When does it become a federal offense?
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...
Understanding the intricacies of federal wire fraud charges
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...
Expect aggressive prosecution when facing federal charges
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...
What you should know about a federal DUI charge
In most cases, when someone is arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI), it’s a state charge. There are some cases, however, where a person can be charged with a federal DUI. It’s important to know what that is if you work on or plan to visit a...
Embezzlement vs. honest mistakes: Protecting your reputation
Embezzlement is a grave financial crime where an individual entrusted with managing funds diverts those funds for personal gain. It involves intent, a calculated effort to conceal the misappropriation of funds, often through deceptive financial transactions. But in...
Can a chain of custody prove innocence in a property loss case?
In light of everyday routine transactions in an office environment, employees may underestimate the possibility of property loss. This may come in simple case scenarios where office property, particularly expensive ones like laptops, gets lost or damaged. Yes, it...
How does a parent’s criminal record impact child custody?
Parents have a natural wiring to do everything in their power to be there for their child in every possible capacity. In the wake of a child custody case, a parent can have either joint or sole legal custody to have a say on significant decisions about their child’s...
Bank fraud is a federal financial crime
The federal government highly regulates the financial industry, primarily because such transactions typically cross state boundaries and jurisdictions. Financial fraud occurs when someone intentionally and knowingly deceives another individual or entity by hiding and...
The grave implication of tax evasion charges
Criminal charges involving financial crimes can result in serious penalties for Mississippi adults if convicted. Tax evasion is one of the most common white collar crimes, and while these cases lack an element of violence, they can still result in penalties that may...