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What is a Target Letter?

What is a target letter, and does this mean that you need a lawyer? A target letter is typically issued by either the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) or by the United States Attorney’s Office, and most often in...

What is PPP Loan Fraud?

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government provided funding opportunities for businesses that were impacted by shutdowns and economic difficulties, some of which had to be repaid and others that did not. The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) ran from mid-2020...

What is Skimming and How Does It Result in Federal Criminal Charges?

What is skimming, and how can it result in federal criminal charges? According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), skimming is an act that happens “when devices illegally installed on or inside ATMs, point-of-sale (POS) terminals, or fuel pumps...

What Are My Fourth Amendment Rights During a Traffic Stop?

Were you arrested for a criminal offense in Florida in connection with a traffic stop? If your arrest resulted from a search of your vehicle that you did not consent to, it is possible that your Fourth Amendment rights were...

How is a Home Invasion Robbery Different from Other Types of Robbery Cases in Florida?

Under the Florida Statutes, Chapter 812 includes a range of criminal offenses that can be charged in relation to crimes of theft and robbery. Within this chapter, there are different types of robbery charges that a person can face, depending...

What is the Criminal Offense of Extortion?

What does it mean to face charges related to extortion? There is no single definition for extortion across state and federal criminal law, though there are specific laws that involve the act of extorting another person or party. According to...

Federal Offense of Filing a False Income Tax Return

There are a wide range of federal criminal charges that a person can face for different forms of tax fraud. One specific offense for which a person can be charged is filing a false return. This is one specific type...

When Is It Unlawful to Possess a Gun in Florida?

Are you facing criminal charges in Florida in connection with the possession of a gun? It can be unlawful to possess or carry a firearm based on something specific to the person (such as a prior criminal record), or by...

What is the False Claims Act?

Federal criminal law includes a wide range of fraud-related statutes, including the False Claims Act. Anyone who is being investigated under the False Claims Act (FCA) should reach out to a defense attorney as soon as possible to begin working...