Last time, we mentioned a bill currently under consideration by Florida lawmakers which would lower the mens rea, or criminal intent, requirement in public corruption cases. Intent is an important issue in criminal cases, and prosecutors would, of course, naturally...
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Month: January 2016
Bill would lower mens rea requirement in public corruption cases
Public corruption, considered a white collar crime, is in some senses every bit as concerning for the public as are crimes involving violence and drugs. When public officials betray the public trust, they face an onslaught of criticism and condemnation from the...
Could fantasy sports be next in line for a white collar crime crackdown?
As Super Bowl 50 draws near, we would like to remind you to take a look at our recent white paper: Are You Committing A Federal Crime By Playing Fantasy Sports? Despite the widespread popularity of fantasy sports, it is not entirely clear whether the activity is...
Florida AG to support blanket ban of synthetic drugs
Synthetic drugs have become a problem in recent years, not only from the standpoint of public health and safety, but also from the standpoint of criminal prosecution. Those who have followed the news regarding synthetic drugs in recent years know that prosecutors have...
Appeal highlights split among courts on federal fraud law, P.2
Previously, we mentioned that the case against a former New York police officer had been decided in his favor with respect to a charge under the federal Computer Fraud and Abuse Act.At present, the exact meaning of exceeding authorized access is not agreed upon by the...