What is mail fraud, and is it a federal crime?
There are many kinds of fraud that take place in the United States, but one that is strictly forbidden is mail fraud. Mail fraud refers specifically to any fraud that passes through the U.S. Postal Service (USPS). Mail fraud has a broad definition, and it can include...Involuntary manslaughter: What it means in Minnesota
You were driving when you hit another vehicle. You never intended for anyone to get hurt, but someone was thrown and ended up with fatal injuries. Now, you face criminal charges. What kinds of charges could you face, and will you be looked at as a murderer?...Man sentenced to 1 year in prison for threats against mosque
Making a threat can get you into trouble with the law, even if you have no intention on following through with them. Words are not just words, especially when another person fears for his or her life or the lives of others. In a March 9 report, it is stated that a...Accused of stopping an emergency call? There’s help for you
Interfering with emergency services is a very serious crime that can be penalized in Minnesota. Interrupting a 911 call is punishable by law in Minnesota. What that means is that no person can stop another from calling 911 in any circumstances or force the person to...What should you do if you’re accused of abusing a child?
If you’ve been falsely accused of child abuse, there are a few things you should do right away. What do you do if you’re accused of abusing a child? If this is a result of a custody dispute, it’s worth trying to resolve the dispute out of court. The...Copyright infringement: You have a number of defense options
If you’ve been accused of violating someone’s copyright, you can be in deep trouble with the law if you don’t defend yourself right away. Your attorney can help you decide on a number of potential defensive options, from admitting to copying a...What is tax evasion?
Every year, you’re required to file your tax return as accurately as possible. While most people make a good effort to do so, others may try to avoid paying taxes completely. Avoiding paying taxes can lead to tax evasion charges that you have to defend against...What kinds of fraud are there?
Fraud comes in many forms, from medical to mail fraud. Fraud itself is a broadened term that refers to a fraudulent act. When a person commits fraud, he or she has deceived a victim in order to gain an asset of some form, whether monetary or not. What kinds of fraud...Facing federal gun charges? You can defend yourself
Although the Second Amendment gives you the right to bear arms, that doesn’t mean you don’t have to follow the laws associated with owning a gun. For instance, in Minnesota, you can be found guilty of a gross misdemeanor if you carry a loaded rifle or BB...Choose wisely. Choose Bruce.
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