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Category: White Collar Crimes

Drug War Out, Cyber War In: America’s New Exorbitant Panic

“Cyber security” is the new buzzword sending millions of Americans into a panicked frenzy as they find themselves vulnerable to numerous attacks by cyber criminals. And with the forward march of digitalization over the last two decades cutting across all segments of society, hackers have their work cut out for them.

 

In the 21st century America, “internet” is the name of our new addiction. Information-hungry, tech-savvy users are now empowered to capture, create, and spread content across a [...]

White-Collar Crime Punishment: Harsh or Lenient?

Legal experts have signaled that, over the past decades, the punishments for federal crimes have seen a significant increase in severity (far greater than what was meted out in the past) and even more so in fraud and money laundering cases.

 

The sentences for individuals arrested and convicted of white-collar crimes are established using a particular set of rules in which points are added or eliminated depending on the various aspects of the defendant’s behavior and the crimes committed. [...]

Wiretapping, Now a Potent Tool against White-Collar Crimes

1968 was the year when the federal government was first allowed to use wiretapping to record telephone conversations of alleged offenders believed to be involved in drug trafficking and other narco-related crimes. Although there always were mixed opinions about the technique – given the fine line between investigators’ needs and the individual’s privacy rights – wiretapping has started being used extensively in the last two decades.

 

According to a Forbes article, “the amount of court-issued warrants surging from 1,190 [...]

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What is Cyberstalking?

Cyberstalking

Much of our communication happens online today, but the lines between acceptable interaction and criminal behavior can blur. Accusations of cyberstalking often stem from these gray areas, where intent and context are misunderstood. Unfortunately, even unintentional actions can lead to serious legal trouble, affecting your reputation and freedom.

Facing such charges may feel isolating, but you don’t have to face them alone. With the help of our Chicago, IL criminal defense attorney, who understands Illinois cyberstalking laws, you can take [...]

Can You Kidnap Your Own Child?

Kidnapping

No, you cannot kidnap your own child, even if you believe you’re acting in their best interest. While it may feel like a parent has every right to make decisions about their child’s life, Illinois law doesn’t see it that way when it comes to custody violations. In fact, taking your child without the other parent’s permission, even if it’s for what you believe to be a good reason, can land you in legal hot water.

If you’re dealing with [...]