Criminal cases hinge on a prosecutor’s ability to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that a criminal act and criminal intent occurred to secure a conviction in a white collar crime. A conviction cannot happen when reasonable doubt exists, and the burden of proof belongs to the prosecution. Even so, it is critical to have a…
As if being charged with a criminal offense was not difficult enough, you could be facing several criminal charges related to a single event. This is commonly referred to as criminal charge stacking. Multiple charges may apply and could result in substantial criminal penalties and collateral consequences that could permanently alter the course of your…
The use of a person’s identity, including their name, address, and Social Security number, that is not yours is illegal. However, various types of claims can be brought based on how these actions occur. Identity theft occurs when a person takes another person’s identity to use as their own. Identity fraud is a type of…