Federal crimes are those that violate US federal laws. Federal laws are investigated by federal law enforcement and prosecuted by United States attorneys in federal courts with federal judges. While there are over 200 categories filled with violations that are considered federal crimes, here are a few of the most common: Terrorism Terrorism is the…
Most Common Tax Frauds Tax fraud is a type of federal crime that involves intentionally failing to comply with tax law. This does not involve simple mistakes when filing taxes; If you make simple mistakes that were simply overlooked unintentionally when filing your taxes, the IRS may charge you with civil penalties, but you will…
Sex crimes are a serious offense. A significant penalty associated with most sex crime conditions is registration as a sex offender. This penalty can be imposed for life, restricting your access to housing and renting options. Those who are registered sex offenders cannot live or go near a school or playground, whether the offense involved…
The internet can be an incredibly valuable resource for information, communication, and human connection. Unfortunately, for all the good it provides, it possesses a dark side as well. Cybercrime is growing exponentially across the world, and it is undeniably one of the fastest growing areas of criminal justice. Cybercrime is broadly defined as criminal activity…
Difference between tax evasion and tax avoidance Filing taxes is something of a necessary evil. The revenue from taxes allows us to live in a prosperous and orderly society, but it also can feel as if you’re giving your money away. Onerous chore that it may be, the penalties can be steep if you decide…
Sexual assault is a serious crime and the consequences of a sexual assault conviction can be severe. Sexual assault is defined as any unwanted or forceful sexual contact; this runs the gamut from sexual harassment to rape. A sexual assault accusation can be extremely damaging both personally and professionally, so it’s important to know how…