On behalf of Joe M. Hollomon & Associates, P.A. | May 27, 2020 | Federal Crimes
In some instances, those accused of embezzlement face charges at the federal level. Often, people in this position face devastating consequences that will disrupt their lives in many ways. From spending time behind bars to paying costly fines and sustaining...
On behalf of Joe M. Hollomon & Associates, P.A. | May 13, 2020 | Federal Crimes
If the government charges you with a crime, they should establish that you committed the crime of your own free will. However, in some cases law enforcement may go too far. Instead of simply gathering evidence that a crime has occurred, they may induce you to commit...
On behalf of Joe M. Hollomon & Associates, P.A. | May 11, 2020 | Federal Crimes
The U.S. Department of Justice states that before defendants can receive a conviction for violating the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization Act, there must be proof that they participated in an ongoing pattern of racketeering activity. This is just one of...
On behalf of Joe M. Hollomon & Associates, P.A. | Apr 30, 2020 | Federal Crimes
If you learn that prosecutors have charged someone you have talked to in the recent past with a conspiracy to commit a crime, you might feel worried that federal law enforcement may pay you a visit. While you might unknowingly associate with people who turn out to be...
On behalf of Joe M. Hollomon & Associates, P.A. | Apr 24, 2020 | Federal Crimes
Fraud is one of the most common criminal charges at the federal level. With the rise of the internet and the prevalence of communications that are not face-to-face, fraud over mail or wire communication continue to increase. While mail and wire fraud are often charged...
On behalf of Joe M. Hollomon & Associates, P.A. | Apr 15, 2020 | Federal Crimes
Mississippi healthcare professionals or members may hear of penalties for health care fraud. But do you know the true severity of these penalties? Today we will look at the definition of health care fraud. We will examine examples of this fraud. We will look at the...
On behalf of Joe M. Hollomon & Associates, P.A. | Apr 3, 2020 | Federal Crimes
No matter how diligent you are when filing your taxes, it’s normal to worry about making a mistake. What if you accidentally entered wrong information? Will you get a hefty fine – or worse, jail time? The key difference between making an honest mistake and committing...
On behalf of Joe M. Hollomon & Associates, P.A. | Apr 3, 2020 | Federal Crimes
Insurance is a complicated industry that provides many opportunities for fraud. In some cases where large companies commit illegal activities, lower-level employees may not even be aware of what is happening. If you work in the insurance industry, it is essential to...
On behalf of Joe M. Hollomon & Associates, P.A. | Mar 10, 2020 | Federal Crimes
There are 51 parents charged in the so-called “Varsity Blues” scandal in which they allegedly paid bribes to alter their children’s scores on entrance exams or get them admitted as student-athletes in sports they do not play. Fifteen of the parents...
by bkabritsor | Feb 23, 2020 | Federal Crimes
Those charged with a federal firearms offense face serious penalties, such as years behind bars. Moreover, this is especially true for those who are also charged with drug trafficking. According to the United States Department of Justice, those charged with possessing...
