Charges of federal fraud can carry stiff penalties. Two of the most commonly charged federal fraud offences are mail fraud and wire fraud. These crimes are somewhat similar, but there are some important distinctions. Knowing how these charges are handled can give you some idea of what prosecutors have to show and what penalties may…
Learning that you may be under investigation for a financial crime is scary. You probably have questions about what is going on, who is involved, and what’s going to happen next. Obviously, if you are contacted by federal agents, local police, or investigators, you need to treat the matter seriously. A Raleigh criminal defense attorney…
The IRS has its own law enforcement branch called the Criminal Investigation Division. This group is responsible for looking into possible criminal violations of tax laws and other money-related crimes connected to taxes. IRS Criminal Investigation agents are extensively trained and have strong technical and legal skills. They also have the full resources and backing…
