Honest services fraud is something you’ve probably seen in the news, though not using those words. One of the most high-profile cases in this area was the college admissions scandal in 2019, a large and complex scheme that defrauded universities. ...
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In the world of a federal criminal investigation, a “Queen for a Day” letter (AKA a proffer letter) is a written agreement between federal prosecutors and individuals who are under criminal investigation which permi...
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You can be arrested for driving under the influence of prescription drugs such as Ambien, OxyContin, or Oxycodone, just to name a few. In the state of Florida, driving under the influence is an offense proved by impairment of “normal faculties” ...
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Defense Strategies, Federal Criminal Defense, General Criminal Defense, Theft Defense, Uncategorized
In an effort to secure more lenient sentences, using sentencing consultants is a popular and effective strategy. As defense attorneys, we commonly call upon these experts at trial to help complete the picture of the circumst...
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Defense Strategies, Federal Criminal Defense, General Criminal Defense, State Criminal Defense, Uncategorized
According to some health experts, jails and prisons are the new psych wards – ones ill-prepared in handling mental illness. Enter the Criminal Mental Health Project – a Florida initiative intended to reduce the number of prisoners with ment...
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Have you or someone you know been arrested for drug possession charges? These carry significant penalties which is why you should contact a qualified criminal defense attorney immediately. Tampa defense attorney Ben Stechschulte will quest...
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If you or someone you know has been charged with scheme to defraud in Tampa, FL, it is imperative that you immediately contact a qualified criminal defense attorney who can represent your case. This involves allegations of ongoing fra...
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You had a run-in with law enforcement. Call it an unfortunate mistake, temporary lack of judgment, or total misunderstanding – but it happened. Whether you are a lawful permanent resident of the United States or you have been granted temporary res...
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As a military member, you have the right to a free attorney provided by the government. Sounds good, right? Well…these “free” attorneys could end up coming at a cost, not in dollars, but in certain freedoms: your job and your future employabil...
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When you move into a neighborhood, condominium or other community, you have an expectation and right to live there peaceably. Neighbors may disagree on occasion but if a person’s behavior is repeatedly outrageous and directed at you for no valid re...
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