The Justice Department has announced their increased amped-up efforts to put an end to cybercrimes and ransomware. It's a problem that will likely never be fully eradicated. Those who commit the crimes become more advanced just as quickly as those who prevent them, so...
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Violent crimes on the increase in parts of the state
Criminal activity is often associated with urban life. For whatever reason, states like Missouri commonly do not experience a significant amount of violent crimes in the predominantly rural areas. And even though the crime rate in the state is generally low, that does...
How does a person commit money laundering?
Money laundering is one of many white-collar crimes. It involves illegally gaining money through criminal activities while appearing as legitimately obtained. You should know what can happen if you are a Missouri resident and are charged with money laundering. What is...
An overview of Missouri sex crime penalties
Missouri sex offenses come with legal burdens and social stigmas. If you are facing charges for a sex crime, the negative impact is likely to affect your life. State and federal laws Many laws and their associated penalties for sex offenses were first established in...
Are You Accidentally Committing Tax Fraud? What to Know This Tax Season
Not everyone who commits tax fraud is dealing with multimillion-dollar bills from the IRS. Knowingly or not, many people find themselves in situations where they failed to comply with tax codes. Whether they failed to file, pay due taxes, or misreported income,...
What is the implied consent law?
It is important to understand the rules governing your conduct when you are behind the wheel. Did you know that every state in the Union has an implied consent law? Each state's law is different, but they all exist. The implied consent law in Missouri means that if...
A work computer could involve you in sex crime charges
The lack of privacy on a work computer is an important reason not to engage in personal pursuits while at work. Furthermore, if your workplace misinterprets any of your computer activities as illegal, you might become involved in a criminal investigation. Using a work...
Money Laundering: Are you at risk?
Most thoughts of money laundering conjure up anti-hero leads of modern TV dramas, funneling money through businesses or “mules” for their latest scheme-of-the-episode. In the real world, money laundering is a serious problem. According to the 2018 report, National...
The Doctrine of Qualified Immunity
Recent unrest sparked by perceived police abuse has called for reform, police defunding, and demand for accountability. A Law Enforcement Officer, (LEO), should be aware of the doctrine of “qualified immunity” which protects government officials from liability for...
CYBER STALKING AND CYBER HARASSMENT LAWS
The right to be left alone, the right to silence, and to be free from harassment are rights often cited as essential to the First Amendment, but are being put to the test in the communications age due to the abusive potential of modern electronic communication. Free...
