Many federal drug charges have a mandatory minimum sentence. The mandatory minimum sentence allows the judge to sentence the defendant to at least the amount of the time. That said, there are some exemptions to the mandatory minimum sentence, one of which is the...
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Month: May 2023
Why white-collar defendants need to stay off social media
White-collar defendants should generally refrain from using social media platforms until their criminal cases are fully resolved. If an individual who is facing criminal charges related to non-violent financial crimes such as fraud or embezzlement does not feel as if...
2 potential reasons for a warrantless search
In most cases, the police need to get a warrant in order to search someone’s home. This means that they suspect that such a search will turn up evidence. They demonstrate reasonable suspicion to a judge, who then gives them a warrant that allows them to enter the...
What may cause you to face federal conspiracy charges?
Federal conspiracy charges are serious criminal charges that can result in severe penalties, including lengthy prison sentences, substantial fines and a permanent criminal record. Federal conspiracy charges differ from state conspiracy charges in that they typically...
Why “I don’t recall” can be a risky answer under oath
If you’re required to testify in a deposition, hearing or trial, you may want to protect the person who’s being investigated or already been arrested and charged. However, you know that lying when you’re under oath is perjury and that you could face criminal charges...