The consequences of a white-collar crime conviction can be severe, threatening you with years behind bars. And if the evidence seems stacked against you, then you might feel compelled to work with prosecutors to hash out a plea deal that spares you as much as...
Bankruptcy exists to help people and businesses get back on stable financial ground. But, in Beaumont, as in the rest of Texas, any attempt to take advantage of the system through fraud can lead to serious legal consequences. Bankruptcy fraud is a federal offense, and...
When you are being investigated for a white-collar crime in Texas, you may be subjected to interviews or interrogations with law enforcement. You may have heard of cops playing something called “good cop, bad cop” and wonder what it is and if it is happening to you....
Federal authorities arrested 32 people recently on federal conspiracy charges. The charges were filed under the well-known federal RICO law. RICO is short for racketeering influenced and corrupt organizations. Some of those arrested were from nearby Port Arthur, and...
To build their white-collar crime case against you, law enforcement and prosecutors will rely upon evidence seized from your home and perhaps your place of business. While this evidence can seem insurmountable, you might be able to block the prosecution from using it...
In many criminal cases, before the prosecution can obtain a conviction, they must demonstrate that the defendant possessed the requisite intent when committing the crime. Put more simply, the prosecutor often has to show that the defendant intended to commit the crime...
When the police subject you to custodial interrogation, meaning that you’ve been detained for purposes of being asked questions about a crime, the police are required to advise you of your rights. These Miranda rights include the right to remain silent and the right...
Credit can be essential when purchasing a home or an automobile. Since credit applications and the rules can be complex, some people might make the mistake of giving false statements to try and ensure they are approved. Doing so can lead to criminal charges. This is a...
To obtain a conviction, the prosecution must present evidence that demonstrates your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. One way they do this is by using witness testimony. But not all these witnesses are trustworthy. In fact, some may have reliability issues that render...
White-collar allegations are often levied against business professionals and those in government, but they are non-violent offenses aimed at financial gain. While high-profile cases of fraud or embezzlement frequently make headlines, several lesser-known white-collar...
