If you are short on cash, it may be tempting to deposit a check from an account with insufficient funds into your checking account. Because your bank makes the funds you deposit available immediately, you receive a temporary loan. Even if you intend to deposit funds...
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Everything You Need To Know About Embezzlement In Florida
The laws governing embezzlement in Florida are somewhat complex and not necessarily intuitive. The following article will explore embezzlement laws in Florida and what you need to know if you ever find yourself charged with embezzlement. Basics Generally, embezzlement...
Charged With Credit Card Fraud In Florida? Here’s What You Need To Know!
Credit card fraud in Florida is a serious offense. Each year hundreds of Floridians are charged with millions of dollars in credit card fraud in courts across the state. What follows are the laws you need to know if you are faced with a charge of credit card fraud in...
Here’s All The Data You Need To Know On Computer Crime In Florida
Computer crime in Florida has become a growing concern, and the Florida laws on it have come into play in more and more situations. Here’s what you need to know to avoid running afoul of Florida’s computer crime laws. Basics Computer crime in Florida is defined in the...
3 actions that may trigger an IRS audit
IRS audits are rare, and the majority of Florida residents may never find themselves at the center of one. However, there are certain actions you might take that may attract the attention of the IRS, and in some cases, these actions may trigger an audit. Per...
Are there different kinds of white-collar crime?
White-collar crime is a surprisingly broad area and may take place across a range of businesses, no matter their size. The motivation for these types of crimes is often financial, and according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, white-collar crimes may operate in...
A loan fraud charge could include a 30-year sentence
Federal loans obtained fraudulently during a major disaster or declared national emergency may bring severe penalties. As described on the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation website, punishments may include a $1 million fine and up to 30 years of imprisonment if...
What is mail fraud?
Most fraud schemes result in a hefty penalty if you end up charged and convicted. But did you know that some types of fraud are also considered federal offenses? This is the case with mail fraud, which would go on your record as a felony in the case of a conviction....
Why is insider trading illegal?
When you start getting into trading, there are many rules both written and unspoken. It often feels overwhelming at first, and it is not unusual for a newcomer to make a mistake here and there. The important thing is understanding what is and is not legal. For...
Money laundering and the three-step proof required for conviction
Prosecutors may charge individuals allegedly involved in money laundering after finding evidence of possible wrongdoing. A conviction, however, requires proof that money deposited in a defendant's bank account came from the proceeds of an illicit activity. As...
