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White-collar crimes like embezzlement may not grab the attention of the average American as a high-profile violent crime would. However, this does not mean that the legal system does not take such crimes seriously. If you are charged with embezzlement, it is in your...
In Texas, you have a legal right to privacy. This means that law enforcement officers are not entitled to interfere with your liberty or search your property without legal justification. Your home should be a safe space that cannot be breached. However, there are some...
Fraud charges could stem from allegations of someone misleading investors or claims of someone intentionally interfering in financial transactions. There are forms of fraud that result in direct financial profit, such as mortgage fraud, as well as some forms of fraud...
When two adults are involved in an intimate relationship with one another, one of the most important things is that they both give their consent to be in that relationship or to have that encounter. This is true even for those who are already in a relationship, and...
In criminal investigations, law enforcement must act based on the evidence they have at their disposal – and their actions are limited accordingly. An officer cannot, for example, stop a car without some reasonable suspicion that the driver is impaired or otherwise...
Making a factual inaccuracy on your mortgage application (whether by accident or intentionally) could lead to you facing fraud charges. Lenders will assess your application on the evidence you submit, and the law expects you to be honest when completing the forms. If...
If you hear a knock at the door and realize it is the police, it’s crucial not to panic. While they are there for a reason, being there does not mean they have anything on you. They might just be fishing for evidence. If you open the door and let them in or answer...
If you are accused of taking something that does not belong to you, there are two broad categories of charges you could face. Theft or embezzlement. It is crucial to understand the difference as the sentences you will face if convicted differ considerably between the...
The primary reason why people feel anxious when interacting with law enforcement is the possibility of an arrest. Police officers could determine based on the statements someone makes or behaviors that they witness that a crime occurred. They may then arrest people...