Social media like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter is used more and more to obtain evidence to present at criminal trials. It has long been a source of information to use in civil and family lawsuits, but anyone in Michigan who is facing criminal charges for felonies...
Month: February 2019
Tax evasion and fraud can land you in hot water
No one wants to pay taxes, but if you earn a living in the United States you're required by law to abide by federal, state and local tax codes. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) doesn't turn a blind eye to tax evasion and fraud, but instead pays close attention to...
Old felonies might be solved with the use of DNA technology
DNA technology features in identifying many cold cases across the country, including Michigan. Felonies that could not be solved decades ago might now be reopened, and the availability of advanced DNA methods could throw new light on the unsolved cases. One such a...
White collar crimes: Indictment alleges Medicaid fraud
Medicaid fraud forms the basis of many federal criminal cases filed each year, including in Michigan. The current opioid epidemic has led to many allegations of white collar crimes, including those involving a former owner of a state-licensed drug and alcohol...
Understanding computer and internet crimes might prevent them
Sometimes, people in Michigan and other cities nationwide get involved in a crime without even realizing that what they are doing is criminal. This is because computer and internet crimes can occur in a wide variety of circumstances. Understanding what constitutes a...
Do you face state or federal drug trafficking charges?
If you face drug trafficking charges, you cannot waste any time before building your defense. The sentencing for drug trafficking is heavy, both at the state and federal level. A conviction could result in years behind bars on top of fines and other...