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IS RIOTING A FEDERAL CRIME?
Yes. Under 18 U.S. Code § 2101 and § 2102, rioting is a federal crime that can lead to serious penalties for convicted individuals. Further, inciting or encouraging a riot is also a federal offense.…
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WHAT ARE CYBERCRIMES?
Cybercrime can be defined as any crime committed using a computer or crimes that target the computer of an individual, organization, or government agency. That includes cell phones, laptops, desktops, and any other internet-enabled device.…
WHAT IS THE ROLE OF THE FEDERAL PUBLIC DEFENDER?
There are more than 2 million people incarcerated in the United States. This is the highest rate of incarceration in the world. Given this phenomenon, the role of criminal defense attorneys in American culture and…
What Federal Crimes Are People Getting Charged With for Storming The Capitol?
January 6, 2021, might be a defining moment in the history of the U.S. That morning at 10:00 a.m., the “Stop the Steal” rally began in Washington D.C. Though the motivations of many rally attendees…
WHAT DOES A FEDERAL GRAND JURY DO?
In the federal criminal justice system, no person can be charged with a felony offense without first being indicted by a grand jury. In fact, this right is enshrined in the Fifth Amendment of the…
Do Federal Courts Handle Civil Cases?
If you’re tuned into the news often enough, you’re likely familiar with people, companies, and organizations facing prosecution for federal crimes. Headlines, intended to capture people’s attention, mention indictments and criminal sentences. Even entire television…
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- WHAT IS THE CRIME OF CONSPIRACY?August 19, 2021The federal government looks at the crime of conspiracy a bit differently than other crimes. That’s because an individual can face conspiracy charges Read More
- WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FEDERAL AND STATE CRIMES?July 25, 2021Did you know that you can be prosecuted by the federal government and the state government for the same crime? Though it’s rare, you should be aware Read More
- IS RIOTING A FEDERAL CRIME?June 1, 2021Yes. Under 18 U.S. Code § 2101 and § 2102, rioting is a federal crime that can lead to serious penalties for convicted individuals. Further, inciting Read More
- WHAT ARE CYBERCRIMES?May 3, 2021Cybercrime can be defined as any crime committed using a computer or crimes that target the computer of an individual, organization, or government Read More
