There are many different types of digital evidence that can be used in modern criminal cases. This could include text messages, call logs, pictures, videos, location data and even a person’s search history. To search for these types of evidence, the police often want...
Many white-collar crime investigations begin with ordinary electronic communications. Emails, online transfers, text messages and phone calls may later become evidence when federal prosecutors believe someone used those communications to support a fraudulent financial...
Many people who are suspected by authorities of committing white collar crimes learn that they and possibly friends or business associates are under investigation well before they face an arrest. It’s not uncommon for federal agents to show up at their home or office...
Facing criminal allegations and realizing your entire future could be shaped by laws you do not fully understand is a scary position to be in. The world of criminal defense is complex; however, understanding your options is the first step to protecting yourself....
We have likely heard the phrase “FBI, open up” on a television drama or sitcom, but it is a much different experience when we hear it through our door. This phrase can trigger a wave of anxiety, even when we have nothing to hide. Having officials at our door is a...
When you’re pulled over by the police or investigators visit your residence or place of employment to ask you questions about a crime, it’s tempting to try to explain the situation as much as possible to dispel any suspicion that may be hanging over you. But doing so...
The vast majority of criminal prosecutions across Florida land in state court. Still, certain facts can yank a prosecution out of a state courtroom and place it on the federal docket. Understanding where that line sits helps defendants, families and even local...
Federal crimes involve offenses that fall under the jurisdiction of the U.S. government. Typically, federal jurisdiction applies when the accused crosses state lines, or the alleged crime involves some national interest. In Fort Lauderdale, awareness of how these...
People from across the United States take cruises every year on American-flagged cruise ships that depart from Florida ports. People might not think about it, but federal criminal law may apply on these boats, especially if they are away from the coast. This means...
For many, the global health emergency of the past few years may seem like a fading memory. We move forward with life, but for some Americans, problems with the justice system persist. The federal government is still issuing charges and sentences for alleged crimes...
