During the sentencing hearing, the judge will analyze the pre-sentence report, and he or she will listen to arguments from the prosecution, defense, and even the victim. What Is a Sentencing Hearing? A defendant’s sentencing hearing represents the final step in a criminal prosecution. It differs from the trial itself, in that the judge is
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You’ve probably seen bribery and public corruption in the news lately. It’s a frequent headline: “Police officer takes bribes from drug dealers,” or “Judge solicits campaign funds for favors.” But what exactly is bribery? Is bribery a crime? What is the punishment for bribery? We’ll cover it all right here today. What Is Bribery of
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One of the greatest challenges we face is managing money. Many people come close to overdrawing their bank accounts. If you write a check with insufficient funds in your account, you can’t cover that check and it is considered a bad check. Continue reading to learn more about Texas Penal Code 32.41, which addresses the
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Forgery describes a situation in which you altered a document and then used the falsified item to defraud someone. In Texas, a wide range of instances could be considered forgery, from forging a signature on a check without permission to changing a will to benefit you. What Is Forgery Financial Instrument? Forgery of a Financial
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Most businesses send and receive invoices on a regular basis, which means they must be careful about the possibility of invoice fraud. Some dishonest individuals make it a point to take advantage of companies that generally trust the typical invoice. The result is that those companies end up paying more than they should. If you
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Insider trading describes a situation in which someone associated with a public company trades stocks or bonds based on information that isn’t yet public, giving him or her an unfair advantage. In some cases, insider trading is permitted if certain rules are followed. But when those rules are broken, it becomes criminal insider trading, and
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If you’ve ever committed a serious crime in Texas, there’s a chance you’ll be indicted. Since this is a complicated process that can result in prison time and fines, it’s important you have an idea of how the Texas indictment process works. Here are the facts about the felony indictment process in Texas. What Is
Learn MoreIf you have been arrested for mail or wire fraud, it is imperative that you seek counsel from a federal criminal defense attorney immediately. Although you probably had an inkling that what you were doing wasn’t exactly honest, you may not have been aware that it was a federal crime and could result in severe
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If you’re dreading an upcoming legal case, one of the best potential outcomes is that the case is dismissed or dropped. If you’re not sure what that means, or you’re wondering about the difference between having charges dismissed vs. dropped, this article is for you. While you’re reading up on how to get a case
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Having insurance that covers your most important possessions is recommended and even required in some cases. But, it’s not always smooth sailing when you’re dealing with insurance, as some claims are labeled as fraudulent and can lead to serious criminal charges. If you’ve been accused of committing insurance fraud, it’s good to find out more
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If you’ve been convicted of a crime in Texas, you should learn how to file an appeal so that you have a chance of getting your conviction overturned. After all, if there is any possibility of getting a second chance on your case, you may want to take it, especially once you have a trusted
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Not everyone who commits a crime in Texas faces charges right away. That’s not to say that criminals in Texas will not be prosecuted for the crime at all. This is because Texas law allows the state anywhere from three to 10 years to press charges on most types of criminal offenses. This is called
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