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Houston Judge Reverses Jury, Orders Acquittal in Adoption Mail-Fraud Case

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White collar crimes such as fraud often involve alleged conduct that takes place over an extended period of time. In… Continue reading Houston Judge Reverses Jury, Orders Acquittal in Adoption Mail-Fraud Case

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When charged with a white collar crime, whether at the federal or state level, you have a constitutional right to… Continue reading Former Texas Mayor, Spouse Receive New Trial on Federal Fraud and Bribery Charges

When a person is convicted of certain federal crimes, they can be ordered to pay restitution–i.e., compensation–to their victims. This… Continue reading Fifth Circuit: BP Not Entitled to “Restitution” for Its Costs in Helping FBI Catch Rogue Employee

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White collar crimes like forgery are often prosecuted as misdemeanor offenses, which carry one year or less of jail time.… Continue reading How Long Could I Go to Jail for Misdemeanor Check Forgery?

White collar crimes include a wide variety of offenses related to forgery and counterfeiting. For example, under federal law, it… Continue reading Houston Man Sentenced to 27 Months for Passport Forgery

White collar crimes such as fraud often involve multiple defendants accused of participating in a conspiracy. While prosecutors must prove… Continue reading Federal Court Upholds Houston Doctor’s Sentence in Healthcare Fraud Conspiracy

The federal government takes fraud seriously, particularly when it is the victim. Individuals charged with defrauding federal programs often face… Continue reading Houston Woman Receives 6-Year Sentence After Trying to Cover Up Grant Fraud

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A white collar criminal conviction often carries more than a prison sentence. In cases involving fraud, embezzlement, or other financial… Continue reading How Restitution Can Impact a White Collar Criminal Sentence

The two biggest mistakes that criminal defendants make is speaking to the police outside the presence of a qualified criminal… Continue reading Texas Jury Convicts Man for Role in Multi-State Check Fraud Scheme

White collar theft is treated just as seriously in Texas as any other crime. Embezzling money from your employer, for… Continue reading Embezzling from Your Employer Can Lead to Serious Felony Charges