Articles Posted in Federal Crimes

Becoming the subject of a federal investigation is a reason for anyone to worry. Even people who feel confident about their compliance with the law may begin to second-guess themselves. After all, federal statutes are very complex, and people sometimes break the law without intending to do so. To some degree, that is exactly what…

One of the most important things to know in criminal law is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor. It is important to know the difference for many reasons, but especially because of the severity of the punishment associated with one versus the other. Not all crimes are the same and we all know…

You might think that breaking the law only gets you in trouble with local police, but did you know that some crimes can land you in big trouble with the federal government? Yep, it’s true! And knowing about these crimes is crucial because they can really mess up your life if you’re not careful. So,…

Different types of financial crimes can result in different social consequences. For example, widespread financial fraud can serve as a deterrent to those who would otherwise consider investing in businesses. Embezzlement can harm individual businesses by putting them at a financial disadvantage, while tax evasion could lead to inadequate funding for crucial government programs. Money…

Companies that do business in foreign countries often run into situations where a government official demands a “fee” or other payment. This puts your business in an awkward position. On the one hand, not complying with these payment “requests” can make it impossible to do business in certain countries. On the other hand, it’s against…

Money laundering is a serious offense, no matter how much money is in question. On a large scale, it’s most commonly used by criminal organizations and terrorists to clean (“launder”) dirty money, either acquired illegally or eventually used to fund illegal activities. Laundering is also used for white collar crimes and small-scale illegal activity. At these…

Any interaction with the criminal justice system can be a terrifying experience, and can have severe consequences on your permanent record. However, there is a big difference between criminal charges for a state crime and for a federal crime. Here are some of the instances in which federal drug crime charges may be on the…

The severity of penalties associated with a criminal conviction depends on the nature of the charges and other factors, such as a Massachusetts defendant’s criminal record. In many cases, the most severe penalties are associated with crimes that have an element of violence or violation of federal laws. It is prudent to remember that seemingly…

Thanks to the internet and the relatively easy access to computers, certain types of crime are a growing area of concern for Massachusetts and federal authorities. White collar crimes are offenses committed with the intent of obtaining some type of financial gain. These are serious crimes, and a conviction can lead to penalties that may…

The government of the United States expects every income-earning individual to pay taxes. Every year, most Americans will either pay a certain amount owed to the government, or they will receive a refund. U.S. tax laws are complex and confusing, but violating these laws can come with criminal charges and severe penalties. Tax fraud is a…