December 2014 - Federal Criminal Law Center

What Do I Do If I Am Caught with an Ounce of Marijuana?

Posted by Marcia Shein
On December 30, 2014
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“What Do I Do If I Am Caught With An Ounce Of Marijuana?” This question is no longer nearly as clear-cut as it once was. As public opinion (and subsequently the laws) about marijuana possession are currently changes, it can be confusing to know how much (if any) marijuana you can lawfully hold, and what […]

Posted by Marcia Shein
On December 30, 2014
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The following chart contains a sample of some of the lesser included offenses that have been approved by the appellate courts. In Georgia, a crime may be a lesser included offense of a charged offense either as a matter of law, or as a matter of fact. A crime is a lesser included crime as […]

Posted by Marcia Shein
On December 27, 2014
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A common question among people facing an upcoming day in court is, “How do I know if am facing civil or criminal charges?” The short answer is: for civil charges, you get served with a court summons, and for criminal charges, you get arrested. Let’s explain this a little further. Civil Charges A civil case, […]

Posted by Marcia Shein
On December 24, 2014
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The term “white-collar criminal” was initially coined in the 1930s, referring to someone who was committing financially related crimes in the workplace (hence the “white collar”). Today, white-collar crime generally refers to non-violent, fraudulent crimes of a financial nature, where money is obtained or stolen through deceptive means (as opposed to other more aggressive forms […]

Posted by Marcia Shein
On December 22, 2014
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Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca is no stranger to the courtroom, having dealt with numerous lawsuits over the years over issues ranging from drug side effects to unethical marketing practices. At this time, AstraZeneca is facing new charges in the state of Texas in a lawsuit over its marketing of Seroquel, a powerful antipsychotic drug. The suit […]

Posted by Marcia Shein
On December 20, 2014
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There’s been some confusing information lately as to whether the Georgia state legislature is working to legalize cannabidiol for the treatment of seizures. Let’s unravel the story as it has progressed so far. Cannabidiol (or CDB) is an extract from the marijuana (cannabis) plant, not to be confused with THC, the psychoactive compound in marijuana […]

Posted by Marcia Shein
On December 18, 2014
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Raoul Weil, a former global wealth-management chief at Swiss-based bank UBS AG, was acquitted on November 3 of charges that he helped some 17,000 Americans evade income taxes by hiding their assets in overseas accounts. The case against Weil, dating back several years, was part of an attempted crackdown by the I.R.S. and the United […]

Posted by Marcia Shein
On December 14, 2014
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In simple terms, a federal indictment is when the United States Government formally accuses a person of a crime. Crimes, of course, can be committed against either/both the federal government and the states, usually with some overlap. In most cases, crimes are tried at the state level, but the federal government may choose to press charges […]

Posted by Marcia Shein
On December 12, 2014
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So you have been summoned to appear in court at a certain date and time—either to answer for a ticket, or for a hearing or trial for charges against you, or even on a subpoena to be a witness. What happens if you do not go to court at your appointed date/time? The answer: Failure […]

Posted by Marcia Shein
On December 10, 2014
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There is often some confusion regarding how a crime is defined as a “white-collar crime.” This is understandable since the term began more as an expression than a legal term. According to the Legal Information Institute at Cornell University, the term was initially coined by a sociologist named Edwin Sutherland during a speech he gave […]

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What Do I Do If I Am Caught with an Ounce of Marijuana?

Lesser Included Offenses in Georgia

How Do I Know If I Am Facing Civil or Criminal Charges?

What Defines a White-Collar Criminal?

What Charges Are AstraZeneca Facing?

Is Georgia Legislature Legalizing Cannabidiol for Seizures?

Former UBS Executive Acquitted In Tax Fraud Trial

What is a Federal Indictment?

What Happens If You Do Not Go to Court

How Is a Crime Defined as a White-Collar Crime?