The concept of "honest services fraud" is rooted in the social desire to maintain integrity in public and private dealings. Under federal law, it is a criminal offense to deceitfully deny another person the rightful services they are owed. H...
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Wire fraud is an increasingly common federal offense that can be filed against those who use telecommunications or the internet to carry out schemes intended to defraud or obtain money or property under false pretenses. The scope of activities that m...
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Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) have emerged as a significant source of interest among investors and others adventurous enough to explore the new digital phenomenon. In just one year, NFT trading involved more than $17 billion. NFT scams have become ...
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Florida has a long history of debating gun rights and gun control. With our diverse population and unique mix of urban and rural areas, Florida's gun laws have continued to evolve over the years. We at Stechschulte Nell, Attorneys at Law, hope this b...
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Miranda rights are a crucial component of the U.S. criminal justice system, ensuring every person who is arrested is notified of their constitutional right against self-incrimination during police interrogations. In Florida, understanding when and ho...
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Admissibility of evidence plays a crucial role in determining the outcome of American legal proceedings, especially in cases that go to civil and criminal trials. Expert testimony is key to the resolution of many cases because these witnesses provide...
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The laws and penalties associated with drug trafficking can be severe under both U.S. federal and Florida state courts. In this blog post, we provide a comparative analysis of drug trafficking penalties in both jurisdictions. We’ll also explain som...
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The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), initiated in response to the economic downturn induced by the COVID-19 pandemic, was intended to offer financial relief to struggling businesses. Millions of businesses applied for and used this program legally....
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Target letters are a critical element in criminal investigations, signaling the focus on a specific individual by federal prosecutors. These letters serve as formal notifications to inform the recipient that they are the target of a criminal investig...
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Ignition Interlock Devices (IIDs) are not mandatory after a first-offense DUI in Florida. However, even if a first DUI offense, the court may require a driver to use an IID if the judge believes it is warranted. In second and subsequent DUI cases, ig...
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