On January 1st, 2024, everyone who lives in the state of Illinois and owns at least one assault weapon must have registered that weapon. If that weapon is not registered...
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Lorenza Domingo-Castaneda, a citizen of Guatemala, recently pleaded guilty to two counts of conspiracy to commit forced labor and three counts of forced labor. The co-defendant was Catarina Domingo-Juan, who...
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White-collar crimes are usually committed by businessmen and women and display the following characteristics: Are non-violent. Involve fact concealment or deceit to avoid losing money. Involve fact concealment or deceit...
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Wire fraud is a broad criminal law category. Wire fraud can encompass almost any kind of telecommunication, including the Internet. Wire fraud can be committed by use of text messages,...
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According to a federal jury verdict, Illinois businessman James Weiss was found guilty of bribing an Illinois state senator and an Illinois state representative. The state representative is currently in...
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Mail fraud and wire fraud are two different crimes, with wire fraud encompassing a broad number of different acts. To get a better understanding of what constitutes mail fraud and...
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You might feel that people who steal from their employers by manipulating funds and subsequently directing those funds to personal accounts thought long and hard about their proposed criminal act....
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Sometimes, when a person is in a pinch for money or when the economy is not at its best, they will look for creative ways to find financial relief. Even...
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Your parents or grandparents will tell you that checks used to take a while to clear through bank accounts. As early as the 1950s, Americans were negotiating in excess of...
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When the United States initiated the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), business owners struggling during the pandemic were given some financial relief. The PPP was meant to help COVID-19-affected businesses pay...
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ChatGPT and the A.I. derivatives surrounding it have been touted as solutions for a variety of problems. Need a resume or a cover letter? Use A.I. Need an introduction for...
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Jimmy had operated a neighborhood restaurant for years and somehow managed to squeeze out a decent living. Through recessions and hard times, he always made sure that his employees were...
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Even though many people pay their bills online with credit cards, debit cards, PayPal, and Venmo, physical checks are still frequently used as payment methods. These checks are commonly sent...
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Drug-related offenses are among the most frequently prosecuted cases. The legal landscape surrounding drug crimes is complex, with both federal and state jurisdictions playing distinct roles. Understanding the differences between...
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Federal mail fraud is a criminal offense that falls under the jurisdiction of the United States federal government. It is governed by 18 U.S.C. Section 1341, which outlines the elements...
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