The opioid epidemic may be taking the American media spotlight, especially in states such as Ohio and West Virginia. Yet other areas in the country are dealing with another type of drug issue: meth trafficking and distribution. The handling of such a drug, with the...
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Understanding copyright
Copyright laws are complicated, and their application varies from case to case. However, it is important for people in New York to understand the basic tenants of copyright law in order to avoid unintentional infringement. According to Business Dictionary, copyright...
What if I’m accused of fraud?
If you work in financial services, there are many ways that you may find yourself on the receiving end of fraud charges. Fraud is wide-ranging, and depending on the nature of your work and the individuals you deal with, you may not even know that something you do may...
What is a Ponzi scheme?
If you are a resident of New York who is involved in business investments you know that many people find complex financial transactions to be confusing. In some situations, it may well be a person's lack of understanding that makes them believe that something may in...
Embezzlement scam sends former finance director to federal prison
There may a common line of thinking out there amongst many in New York that the penalties that accompany white collar crimes are light. This assumption may be fed by the stories that many may have heard perpetuated about cushy federal prisons that make the experience...
Broad search warrant thrown out by judge
The Fourth Amendment protects Americans against unlawful searches, and a recent case being brought against a New York financier has shined a light on the issues with search warrants in fraud cases. As Forbes reports, a judge recently slammed the FBI for violating the...
Handling accusations of identity theft
If you have been charged with identity theft, you may be struggling with a myriad of issues. Aside from stress and strong emotions, you could be worried about how the allegations will impact your future or whether you will have to spend time behind bars. At Sapone...
Reviewing federal bribery regulations
People taking a few dollars “under the table” for a favor to be granted later may be something that is often joked about in New York. The truth, however, is that federal officials take accusations of bribery very seriously. Indeed, according to information shared in...
Computer crime accusations are serious matters in federal court
There are many computer crimes that fall under federal jurisdiction. The Wiretap Act, the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act and several statutes set the stage for these types of charges to be levied in some circumstances. Computer charges usually come after considerable...
What does the ATF do?
For people in New York and all over the nation, understanding what different government agencies actually do can be very enlightening. This is certainly true of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), which serves a very important role in both...
