Allegations of mortgage fraud can have far-reaching consequences, including fines and jail time. If you’re a real estate broker, it could also lead to a revocation of your license. That’s why, before you buy or sell a home, it’s important to inform yourself as to what...
Federal Criminal Charges
Don’t be intimidated by federal criminal charges
It is fairly common for Tennessee residents to see local news reports about criminal cases involving DUI charges, drug charges or gun charges, usually on the local level. Those cases are handled by city and county officials. Federal cases, on the other hand, are a...
Extortion: Don’t let yourself face prison and fines over accusations
Extortion occurs when you obtain something, whether assets or money, through threats or the use of force. You should know that extortion is against the law, and it can result in federal charges. An example of extortion would be if you suggested to someone that you...
Does Facebook violate a ‘no contact order?’
You have a “no contact order” or a restraining order against you, taken out by an old romantic partner. You know that it means you can’t call them, go to their home or go visit them at work. They worried for their safety -- even if you know you’d never harm them --...
Tennessee-based engineer is charged by federal prosecutors
One may not think that the coating inside a soda can would get someone into trouble, let alone federal criminal charges. But any valuable information can become part of an alleged criminal act if it was shared illegally, and people facing these sorts of charges need a...
What is federal program bribery?
The fallout from the college admissions scandal is continuing. So far, over 50 wealthy, famous, and/or successful parents have been charged with federal crimes including conspiracy to commit money laundering, conspiracy fraud and wire fraud. They're accused of...
Is damaging a mailbox really a federal crime?
With federal criminal charges, intent is often the most vital aspect of the case. Oftentimes, you may not fully realize that what you are doing is indeed a crime; you may simply believe you are helping someone out or just having some fun. Yet it is the end result that...
State and federal charges for drug crimes
The Tennessee laws that govern drug crimes may not be the only factors in determining charges for an accused individual. Federal laws may apply as well. In some cases, the penalties related to federal charges may be more severe than those related to state drug laws....
Things to know about income tax fraud
Income tax fraud is one of the most serious white collar crimes, as a conviction can result in life-altering consequences.Income tax fraud comes in many different forms, with these among the most common:Preparing and filing a false return Intentionally failing to file...
Some companies now hire rather than report hackers
Most times, when a hacker gets caught infiltrating a company’s database in Tennessee, the consequence is jailtime. However, for many hackers, the consequence is instead a full-time job working for the very company whose security they compromised. Some companies...