Racketeering is a term often used for organized criminal enterprises that take illegal measures to operate. Both federal and state laws enforce legal protections against this type of crime. The federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization Act (RICO) qualifies...
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What can you expect from a federal criminal trial?
If you face one or more federal charges in South Carolina, then you will go through a federal criminal trial. These trials often take less time than state cases, so you may want to be diligent in planning your defense. Initial appearance An initial appearance occurs...
What happens when you get a federal indictment in South Carolina
When a federal prosecutor has reason to believe you have committed a crime in South Carolina, they will conduct their investigations and present their evidence to the grand jury. If the grand jury finds that evidence convincing enough, they will issue an indictment so...
Shrewd or fraudulent? The line between tax avoidance and evasion
It is natural to try to minimize your tax liability. Structuring your finances to reduce your taxes is a perfectly legitimate way to manage your affairs. However, there are limits to how you can go about decreasing your taxes. Though tax avoidance and evasion sound...
What does it mean to be federally indicted?
Facing an indictment of any kind in South Carolina is cause for serious concern. This is the kind of position that no one wants to find themselves in. The fact that you are under an indictment from the federal government just adds to the nightmare. However, there are...
The federal criminal justice process
The federal criminal justice system consists of several organizational units. All are built on the function of detecting, investigating and preventing criminality. Across South Carolina and other states, agencies seek to apprehend offenders and hold them under federal...
Federal penalties for weapons violations in South Carolina
If you are found in unlawful possession of a deadly weapon in South Carolina, the court can charge you under state and federal laws. Both governments have their own ways of dealing with weapon charges. Here's a look at federal penalties for weapons violations. The...
An overview of federal weapons violations
Every state in the union has specific gun laws that govern ownership and usage, and law enforcement officials are very serious about gun law compliance. South Carolina is no exception. Even having a gun for some individuals can result in criminal charges when found by...
What does tax evasion look like?
When you’re required to pay taxes to the Internal Revenue Service, it’s best to have a plan in place for doing so as accurately as possible. Yes, you may make mistakes every now and again, but the right strategy will help you avoid this. The one thing you never want...
When does a drug crime change from a state to a federal charge?
If you were to compare the schedule of Controlled Substances for the state of South Carolina and the federal government, you will find substantial overlap. For the most part, the same substances are illegal at both the state and federal level. South Carolina has not...
