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Facing Federal Charges for Online Enticement or Child Pornography? Here’s What You Need to Know
Executive Summary: Federal crimes involving online communication with minors, such as enticement, attempted production, or possession of child pornography, carry mandatory minimums ranging from 5 to 15 years. These charges often begin with online chats, undercover stings, or reports from third parties like computer repair…
Federal Sentencing Guideline Amendments Explained
Long before sentencing guidelines were part of the criminal justice system, federal sentences were left to the discretion of individual judges. This often resulted in arbitrary or biased outcomes based on race, socioeconomic status, or geography. Today, the federal sentencing guideline amendments provide a standardized…
What Counts as Fraud? 6 Federal Offenses You Should Know About
Executive Summary: Fraud charges cover a broad range of conduct, including Medicare fraud, securities fraud, tax fraud, mail and wire fraud, mortgage fraud, and private insurance fraud (EKRA). These cases are often prosecuted at the federal level and can involve severe penalties. Professionals and business…
What to Expect When Charged With Lewd or Lascivious Conduct Involving a Minor in Florida?
Individuals who are facing a sex crime charge often experience stress, anxiety, and fear. If you have been charged with lewd or lascivious conduct involving a minor in Florida, then you will need to consider retaining legal counsel. It can be frustrating and isolating to…
What You Need to Know About the Big Changes to Federal Sentencing That Just Went Into Effect
Executive Summary: Significant changes to the federal sentencing guidelines took effect on November 1, 2025. Key updates include clarification of enhancements for physical restraint and firearms, new leniency for low-level drug offenders, harsher penalties for machinegun conversion devices, and a lower mental state requirement for…
How to Defend Against False Accusations of Rape in Florida
False rape accusations can impact your life for years, even after the allegations are dismissed or you are found not guilty in a court of law. Often, the allegations alone are enough to permanently damage your personal and professional relationships, leaving you isolated and fearful…
What Is the DOJ Focusing on Now? 7 White Collar Offenses You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Executive Summary: The DOJ is increasing criminal enforcement in 7 key areas: healthcare fraud (including private insurance), COVID-19 relief fraud, crypto fraud, corporate compliance failures, antitrust violations, securities fraud, and public corruption. Meanwhile, the underfunding of court-appointed defense is creating systemic issues in federal courts.…
Miami Drug-Related Crime Statistics
With a history as the drug capital of the world, Miami has been a major entry point for illegal drugs since the 1970s. With the high rates of drugs entering the city, violence and crime have increased. Increased violence spurred a rebuttal with increased law…
What You Need to Know About EKRA and Private Insurance Fraud Charges
If you work in healthcare, especially in addiction treatment, labs, or recovery homes, you’ve likely heard about EKRA. But many people don’t realize how serious it is until they’re already under investigation. EKRA, short for the Eliminating Kickbacks in Recovery Act, is a federal law…
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