The name "white collar crime" conjures up images of corporate boardrooms or executive offices, but in fact the category of white collar crimes can encompass a wide variety of working environments. Essentially, white collar crimes include any non-violent crimes...
Month: April 2017
18 indicted in alleged heroin trafficking ring
Many drug cases involve a person who is arrested at a traffic stop or some other encounter in which police find drugs in the person's possession. However, often what police and prosecutors really want to do is not to arrest typical drug users, but to break up the...
What’s the difference between manslaughter and murder?
We often hear the terms "involuntary manslaughter," "first-degree murder," and voluntary manslaughter, whether it's on television shows or in the newspaper. The distinctions between these terms are usually lost on the average person but they can make a world of...
Suspect arrested in birthday shooting of teen
A 16-year-old's birthday party turned tragic last week when the 49-year-old father of the birthday boy mistakenly fired his gun, striking and killing the young man. The boy left his home in the morning to visit a friend's house on North Harrells Ferry Road in...
Factors considered in aggravated assault charges
Aggravated assault is an assault which yields greater punishment from the law based on its severity. Several factors determine whether an assault will be heightened to an aggravated assault. These include the state and profile of the victim, the intent of the...
Tax evasion and how you may be guilty of it
Tax evasion is when a person or a company purposefully underpays its taxes. This applies to both people and companies. A distinction should be made between tax mistakes and tax evasion. For tax evasion, clear intent needs to be shown. The processing of taxes can be...
How to know whether you’re guilty of drug manufacturing
Manufacture of illicit drugs is a felony which may lead to heavy fines and severe jail time. Both state and federal law contain a provision dealing with the issue of drug manufacturing. Those selling specialized equipment or merely providing assistance may also be...