18 U.S.C. § 1112 – Manslaughter Within Federal Jurisdiction 18 U.S.C. § 1112 is the federal statute that defines and prohibits manslaughter within U.S. federal jurisdiction. This law establishes two forms of manslaughter as unlawful killings without malice aforethought. Background of Federal Manslaughter Laws Most homicides and violent crimes…
Federal Identity Fraud Prosecutions: Understanding Your Defense Options Under 18 U.S.C. § 1028 Identity fraud prosecutions have surged dramatically. In 2023, the Federal Trade Commission received over 1.4 million identity theft reports, and federal prosecutors have responded aggressively. If you’re facing charges under 18 U.S.C. § 1028, you need…
21 U.S.C. § 841 is the main federal statute that is focused on criminalizing drug trafficking activities involving controlled substances. This federal law prohibits things like the manufacture, distribution, dispensation, and possession of illegal drugs like cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and marijuana. Violations of this federal penal code can carry stiff…
Federal Simple Possession: Why 21 U.S.C. § 844 Hits Different If you’ve been charged with simple possession of a controlled substance under federal law, you’re probably confused. Maybe you got arrested in a national park, at an airport, or somewhere else you didn’t expect federal agents. This can be very…
If you’re sitting at your desk when FBI agents suddenly flash badges,, then you’re likely experiencing pure panic. When they start asking whether you knew about certain transactions or documents, there’s an almost irresistible urge to deny everything—even things you might have actually known about. 100%. This is IMPORTANT: that…