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Many financial crimes cause direct harm to other parties. Embezzlement, for example, deprives a business of resources. Various forms of fraud may affect companies, government agencies or individuals. Compared with fraud and embezzlement, insider trading may not seem...
People often assume that those prosecuted for fraud have “earned” money by lying to others. Misconceptions about what constitutes fraud can sometimes lead to people making mistakes that put them at risk of criminal prosecution. The idea that one needs to directly...
For a time, everyone talked about non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and how they’d be the future of speculative investments. However, like any investment vehicle, it’s essential to make clear what buying an NFT means, or else the seller could get into trouble with the law....
Embezzling is only possible if an organization trusts you with its finances. Perhaps you started by taking small, negligible amounts and were careful to keep your tracks clean. Your position may provide a temporary cover for your actions, but it is important to...
Crimes are evolving to utilize technology and digital channels used for financial transactions. Sometimes, victims fall prey to these schemes without their knowledge, which usually happens with identity theft. This crime usually involves elaborate methods to collect...
When you are at the helm of both a business and your personal life, it can be challenging to distinguish between the two. You may believe it is OK to list a family vacation as a work trip or to use money from your business to cover personal expenses. However, you run...
Money laundering is a serious federal crime and a felony in Minnesota. It is when an organized criminal entity obtains large sums of money illegally and then launders it before integrating it into the financial system. Money laundering can happen in different...
Those who have been charged with embezzlement need to know, first and foremost, that it is a theft charge. Embezzlement is just a type of theft, and these are the charges that typically result. That being said, it is much different than many other types of theft. It’s...
They say if a deal sounds too good to be true, it likely isn’t such a good deal after all. Yet, people still find themselves entangled in scams and criminal enterprises because they fall for get-rich-quick schemes. While falling for a scam might leave you vulnerable...
When you are accused of mail fraud, you may be confused and, in turn, make costly mistakes. However, it will help to stay calm and make informed decisions. Undoubtedly, mail fraud is a serious offense that can result in significant consequences. But with the right...
