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FL - Sex Offender Study May Keep Some Inmates Behind Bars

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Original Article 07/02/2013 By Mike Vasilinda More than 650 men being held in a state prison are so dangerous a judge has determined they can’t be released even though they have served their sentences. They are all sex offenders deemed likely to offend again. A new study aims to help prosecutors better predict who might be dangerous in the future. There are currently 657 sex offenders still locked up in Florida even though they completed their sentences. The law keeping them in jail... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

20-year-old Lansing Man Charged with Open Murder in Death of 35-year-old Anthony Kye

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20-year-old Kosgar Lado was arrested on Thursday, June 27 for the murder of 35-year-old Anthony Kye who died of gunshot wounds he suffered near a residence in the 600 block of North Pine Street according to an article at Mlive.com. Lado was formally charged on Thursday, and arraigned on Friday on charges of open murder, possession of a weapon with unlawful intent, assault with intent to commit murder, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. The shooting incident took place on Wednesday, June 26, just blocks from Lansing's state government complex in the downtown area. After receiving information that a shooting had occurred, Lansing police officers arrived near a residence in the 600 block of North Pine Street to find the victim had suffered gunshot wounds; he was taken to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead. Police determined that the shooting was not a random crime. Lansing Police Captain Jim Kraus stated that he believed the suspect and the victim may have known each other. Police released very few details regarding the incident, so a motive for the shooting remains a mystery at this time. Open murder in Michigan allows the jury or judge to determine whether an individual will be tried for first- or second-degree murder, depending on the unique circumstances surrounding the case. As Michigan murder attorneys know, a conviction for either offense will leave the individual facing serious criminal penalties. First-degree murder may leave the convicted person facing life in prison; while second-degree murder may also be punishable by life in prison, the convicted individual may be sentenced to any number of years.

D.Nev.: No summary judgment for gov't on RS for detention in forfeiture case

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Claimant gets past government's motion for summary judgment on reasonable suspicion for his detention. Officer asked for consent, and it was refused, so he called for a drug dog which took 20-30 minutes to arrive. United States v. $102,836.00 in United States Currency, 2013 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 92813 (D. Nev. June 25, 2013)*: [...] Read more!

Plan to Drink Alcohol This July 4th?

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Flag.jpgThe July 4th holiday is filled with fun; many people shoot fireworks, go to the lake, camp for the entire weekend, or choose to watch a public fireworks display. However, July 4th is one of the most dangerous holidays as well considering many people consume alcohol as part of the celebration of our nation's freedom. Whether you intend to get out on the lake, enjoy a picnic, or participate in other fun activities we have a few tips for staying safe this Independence Day. Always remember: Drinking alcohol and getting behind the wheel of a vehicle, boat, or ATV do not mix! Appoint a designated driver if you will be on the roads and have consumed alcohol. Michigan law enforcement officers will be out in full force for the entire week. Police will be focused on drunk drivers and whether motorists are wearing safety belts, so don't risk it. Put someone else in charge of driving the boat if you have had a few drinks. Drinking slows your reaction time and impairs judgment. Add the sun, waves, and a boat's motion, and these effects can make an individual even more impaired. If you are caught driving a boat after or while consuming alcohol, penalties are severe - and you may face both state and federal charges. Don't swim alone. Swimming after you've had a few drinks can put your life at risk. Let someone else take care of the fireworks show. If fireworks are legal in your neighborhood or wherever you intend to shoot them off, let someone who is sober take care of setting them off. Fireworks can be explosive; consuming alcohol and lighting fireworks can be a dangerous (and deadly) combination. Over a five-year time period from 2007 to 2011, 780 people have died in accidents involving alcohol over the July 4th holiday according to the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Many more have been injured in accidents involving drunk driving. Stay safe this July 4th holiday. If you intend to have a few drinks while enjoying the festivities, let someone else do the driving. Risking your life and others' lives isn't worth it - and you could find yourself facing serious criminal penalties including jail time, steep fines, and loss of your driver's license should you get caught behind the wheel after drinking alcoholic beverages. Have fun, enjoy the long weekend, and most of all play it safe when it comes to alcohol.

Griffin on International Perspectives on Correcting Wrongful Convictions

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Lissa Griffin (Pace University School of Law) has posted International Perspectives on Correcting Wrongful Convictions: The Scottish Criminal Cases Review Commission (William & Mary Bill of Rights, Vol. 21, No. 4, 2013) on SSRN. Here is the abstract: Part I...

Is Aaron Hernandez a Serial Killer?

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Probably not, but in the days following his arrest and subsequent murder charge, Hernandez’s name surfaced as a person of interest in two additional cold-case murder investigations. Police have not openly stated that Hernandez is a suspect in either unsolved case, but they are re-examining case files to see if anything new comes to light. [...]The post Is Aaron Hernandez a Serial Killer? appeared first on The Appelman Law Firm Law Blog

Is Aaron Hernandez a Serial Killer?

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Probably not, but in the days following his arrest and subsequent murder charge, Hernandez’s name surfaced as a person of interest in two additional cold-case murder investigations. Police have not openly stated that Hernandez is a suspect in either unsolved case, but they are re-examining case files to see if anything new comes to light. [...]The post Is Aaron Hernandez a Serial Killer? appeared first on The Appelman Law Firm Law Blog

Cato: Botched Paramilitary Police Raids (interactive map)

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Cato: Botched Paramilitary Police Raids (interactive map) "If a widespread pattern of [knock-and-announce] violations were shown . . . there would be reason for grave concern." —Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy, in Hudson v. Michigan, June 15, 2006. An interactive map of botched SWAT and paramilitary police raids, released in conjunction with the Cato policy paper "Overkill: The Rise of Paramilitary Police Raids," by Radley Balko [There is, Justice Kennedy, but your Court is too obtuse to realize it. McClesky v. Kemp and the Harris drug dog case prove that to me.]

Structuring Arrest in Dallas Results in Plea Deal: What is Structuring and Why is 10,000 The Magic Number?

5 Farm Bill Groups You Didn’t Know Existed (Bring Farm Bill back to Floor)

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7-3-2013 Washington DC: If you want to understand the varied interests covered in the farm bill, look no further than the 532 groups that sent Speaker John A. Boehner a letter Tuesday asking the... [[This,an article summary.Please visit my website for complete article, and more.]]

Missouri Attorney General Says State's Gas Chamber May Return

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The Kansas City Star reports, "Missouri’s attorney general hints at gas chamber’s return." It's by Tony Rizzo. Will the future of capital punishment in Missouri depend on an archaic relic from the past? The gas chamber, long ago dismantled but...

Kristoffer Blanks, Jupiter, Florida Pro Golfer, Arrested for Carrying a Concealed Firearm

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Kristoffer Blanks, a Jupiter, Florida pro golfer, was arrested Sunday after he was accused of attempting to carry a concealed gun onto an airplane, news sources report. Blanks, 40, was booked into the Palm Beach County Jail on charges of carrying a concealed firearm without a permit. He was later released after posting a $3,000 bail bond. The press did not specify a criminal defense lawyer for Blanks. According to reports, Blanks is a professional PGA Tour golfer. Originally from Warner Robins, Georgia, Blanks has since moved to Jupiter. Reports say his professional tour with the PGA began in 2009. Sources say Blanks missed the cut in the Waste Management Phoenix Tour, which he entered this year, possibly due to a shoulder injury. However, Blanks notably ranked in the top 25 once during the Valero Texas Open tournament last year. Reports say the incident occurred around 6:00 a.m. Sunday at the Palm Beach International Airport. Blanks was going through security on his way to Charlotte, North Carolina, when he put his bay onto a conveyor belt to be x-rayed. As Blanks' bag went through the x-ray, a Transportation Safety Administration agent noticed a handgun concealed inside. A search of Blanks' bag revealed a .40-caliber Glock 27 with a loaded magazine holding eight rounds. Police seized Blanks' luggage and placed him under arrest. Blanks later told detectives that he had simply forgotten that the gun was in his bag; he had put it in the bag previously during a road trip one week before, reports say. Blanks did, however, reportedly admit that he did not have a permit to carry a concealed firearm. According to reports, this is the eighth time security has found a weapon in a passenger's bag at the airport this year. In other news, Peggy Hill of Bradenton was arrested Saturday after a 911 call regarding a mangled fence turned into a police altercation, reports say. Hill, 62, was booked into the Manatee County Jail on a charge of battery on a law enforcement officer. A judge ordered that she be held in lieu of $5,000 bail. It is not yet known whether she has hired legal representation. According to reports, Hill has a pending case against her for theft of livestock. This latest incident occurred Saturday evening after Hill's neighbor called police and said Hill had removed a piece of his fence. Officers responded to the scene and the neighbor showed them where the piece of fence had once been.

Criminal Defense Attorney Services and Strategies

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Criminal Defense Attorney Services and StrategiesA criminal lawyer may either represent a person who has been accused of a crime or the government in prosecuting the accused. In a typical criminal case, a defense lawyer represents the defendant while an opposing attorney, called a prosecutor, stands in for the government. A criminal law lawyer who practices defense law can specialize in a few practice areas from defending a person against a speeding ticket charge to advocating for an alleged criminal during a murder trial. Although an individual has the right to represent himself or herself during criminal trial proceedings, the consequences of having poor legal representation can be severe. Misdemeanors, which are lesser crimes, might only entail a fine or a brief jail sentence, but felonies, which are more serious crimes, can lead to long prison terms. This is why it is so important to have someone knowledgeable about the law argue on your behalf. Since 1992, the likelihood of an arrest leading to a conviction has generally risen. Although some defendants think that they can "beat the system" on their own, having an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side is the best way to prevent becoming another statistic.One of the primary tasks of a criminal law lawyer is to advocate for his or her clients. Few people understand the criminal justice process. The following provides an overview of what you can expect if you are arrested in Florida.Posting BondIn most cases, you are entitled to a reasonable bond set by the court. Generally, this requires that you post a bond with the court. A bond is a binding agreement to pay money to the court in the event that you do not appear for your scheduled court dates. A bond is intended to ensure your appearance in the case. Your bond may either be a cash bond in smaller cases, or a surety bond in larger cases.Magistrate CourtOnce you are arrested and have been in custody for twenty-four hours or more, you are entitled to a magistrate hearing for determination of whether probable cause exists for your arrest. Probable cause for an arrest is facts and circumstances which would lead a reasonably prudent person to believe that a crime has been committed. If no probable cause is found for your arrest, you will be released on your own recognizance. Tracking Your CaseWithin one to two days, the probable cause affidavit, or initial arrest report, on your case will find its way to the Clerk's Office from the booking desk at the jail, and you will be randomly assigned a case number and judge. This information is computerized and viewable online at the Broward County Clerk of Courts Online Search. You can track certain information about your case, including court dates and case status from this web site.Case Filing DecisionThe State Attorney's Office will generally begin to review the case filing package on your case within two weeks of your arrest and, if you are in custody, make a filing decision within 21 days of your arrest. If you are not in custody, the filing decision generally takes about 30 days, or longer. Once the State files what is known as an "Information" in your case, the Clerk's Office will post your charges into the Clerk's computer and you will be noticed with an arraignment date. You may also have changes to your bond on the same date, assuming there are added charges, or charges changed from those that you were originally arrested for by the police. This is common, because police do not always arrest you for the identical offenses that you are ultimately charged with by the State Attorney's Office.Pre-Filing PackageBefore your charges are filed, you have an opportunity to provide the case filing Assistant State Attorney with additional materials, such as witness statements, documents, recordings, and papers for his or her consideration in determining what, if any, charges should be filed against you by the state of Florida. Often, supplemental materials filed by you will greatly reduce charges that are in the process of being filed against you. Therefore, the pre-filing package represents the first line of defense. If you do not file supplemental materials with the State Attorney's Office, the case filing Assistant State Attorney will rely solely upon the case filing package of materials received from the police department, and may accept all allegations and statements contained in the police package as true. This could result in more serious charges being filed against you . Your defenses will rarely be set forth in the police reports used as the basis to arrest you. It is unfortunate that more defendants do not utilize the pre-filing package opportunity in an effort to have charges reduced.The Defense CaseAfter arraignment in your case, you can file a "notice of discovery", which is an official request for the state to file a discovery response listing witnesses, papers, and other specific evidence upon which the state will rely in attempting to prove its case against you. You are entitled to take discovery depositions, at your expense, from all material state's witnesses in the preparation of your defense. The state will also provide you with copies of all relevant papers in your case, which may include witness statements, lab reports, photos, crime scene reports, and all other materials. You may also list defense witnesses and use defense exhibits in your case, provided that you give notice of these witnesses and materials to the state in advance. This is known as reciprocal discovery.As your case progresses and as your attorney prepares your defense, pretrial motions may be filed on a variety of legal issues. As a general rule, the harder your attorney works on your case, the better your ultimate disposition in the case will be. Your attorney should examine the facts of your case to determine whether any or all of the charges filed against you can be dismissed and file the appropriate defensive motions for dismissal. The results achieved in every case depend upon a variety of factors, such as the nature of the charges, your prior arrests, the strength of the state's case, the strength of the defense's case, the judge, and the Assistant State Attorney assigned to your case. Being fully prepared for all possibilities is the key to a successful defense.Final Disposition of Your CaseAt some point you will need to decide whether you want to resolve your case by agreement with the state, to "plead open" to the mercy of the court, or to proceed to trial. To resolve your case by agreement with the State Attorney's Office, your attorney and the Assistant State Attorney must come to a complete agreement regarding all the terms of an agreement for all of your pending charges. The court can accept or reject the terms of the agreement, but cannot modify the terms without your advance consent. If you decide to "plead open" to the mercy of the court after consulting with your attorney, the judge will decide what sentence will be imposed, after considering your "Criminal Punishment Code Sheet", which lists your offenses in severity and assigns points for those offenses. If you decide to go to trial, you and your attorney should have some legal defense and be otherwise fully prepared. The fact that the state's case against you is very weak is a defense in itself. Generally, if you do not have a defense that will present well in court, you should consider another option. There is nothing worse than going to trial unprepared.Sentencing Issues and the Criminal Punishment CodeThe Criminal Punishment Code Score Sheet is like a report card that the judge reviews at the time of sentencing. The score sheet tabulates a specific number of points per offense as set by Florida statute and scored at time of sentencing. If your total combined score is less than or equal to 44 points, the judge can impose a non-state prison sanction, which could mean county jail time of one year or less, house arrest, probation, a fine, payment of court costs, or even no punishment at all. If total points are greater than 44 points, the court will impose mandatory state prison time, unless the court finds a legal reason to depart downward, and is willing to depart downward from the minimum prison sentence set by the criminal punishment code. A downward sentence is a sentence below the minimum permissible sentence, based upon a legally permissible exception in sentencing laws. The judge does not have to grant a bona fide downward departure motion and it is completely within the court's discretion to disregard it under the law. Your attorney can assist you in deciding what course of action is best, depending upon your charges and other factors unique to your case. No two cases are the same.Criminal Defense Attorney Services Pre-TrialCriminal defense attorneys can assist clients throughout the criminal justice process, including pre-trial. Some people choose to retain a lawyer during the investigation period of a crime, before they are even charged. This often happens if someone is a suspect and has reason to believe that he or she will soon be charged. In these instances, a criminal defense lawyer may help instruct the individual while being questioned by authorities to ensure the suspect doesn't divulge any incriminating information.A criminal defense attorney can also help convince a court to drop charges against you based on insufficient evidence or improper procedure. For example, in many instances a police officer must have probable cause before making an arrest. Probable cause means a compelling reason to believe that you may have committed a crime. Criminal defense attorneys have a nuanced understanding of probable cause as it is defined within your jurisdiction and may be able to present a challenge to the officers reasoning in court. If the attorney can show that the officer may not have had probable cause to investigate the alleged crime scene and make an arrest, charges against you may be dropped before a trial even begins.In addition, when you are arrested for a crime, you may be detained pending trial. However, you usually can be released as long as you provide a certain amount of money called bail. Bail is intended to ensure you show up for trial. A criminal defense attorney can attempt to persuade the court to reduce your bail or waive it altogether.If you know you will be found guilty of committing a crime, you may want to try to enter into a plea bargain with the prosecution. A plea bargain is a negotiated agreement to reduce charges to a lesser crime or reduce sentencing. Your attorney can represent you during plea negotiations to increase your chances of receiving a reduced punishment. For example, if you are a minor and are accused of assault, some jurisdictions may wish to charge you as an adult. However, with the use of an attorney, you may be able to negotiate a deal so you instead are charged with juvenile assault.Criminal Defense Attorney Services at TrialCriminal defense attorneys can also assist you during the criminal trial. They can analyze your case, identifying its strengths and weaknesses. From there, your attorney and you can collaborate to come up with a defense strategy.Your attorney can also discuss the pros and cons of pleading guilty, especially when a plea bargain may be on the table.Your lawyer can also assist with the standard steps of a criminal trial, from jury selection to providing opening statements to questioning witnesses. And if your trial does not go in your favor, criminal defense attorneys can assist you with the appeals process. Source-AttorneysWest Palm Beach Criminal Defense AttorneyIf you are accused of a crime, your freedom, your family, your reputation, your immigration status, and your job may be at stake. The outcome you receive in the criminal justice system depends upon the experience and knowledge of the defense attorney you choose to represent you. When you retain the law firm of Andrew D. Stine, P.A., you do not simply retain a nationally recognized criminal defense lawyer. You retain a criminal defense team who has worked together for years and successfully represented clients in virtually every type of criminal case, including:Animal cruelty, such as dog fighting, cock fighting and abandonmentDrug crimes, such as drug trafficking and Oxycodone offenses Fraud, such as mortgage fraud, insider trading and mail fraudTraffic offenses, such as DUI Violent crimes, such as domestic violence and battery Contact our law firm to discuss your case in a confidential consultation.Distributed by Viestly

Mitchell Berman, Robert Gallo, and Steven Axelrod, South Florida Businessmen, Arrested for Fraud

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Mitchell Berman of Boca Raton, Robert Gallo and Coconut Creek, and Steven Axelrod of Wellington were all arrested Friday after they were accused of misrepresenting business opportunities to customers for over a decade, news sources report. Berman, 54, Gallo, 52, and Axelrod, 69, were all booked into jail on charges of mail fraud conspiracy, federal mail fraud, and criminal contempt of court. Berman faces an additional charge of criminal contempt of court. It is unclear whether the defendants qualified for bail bond. The press did not specify a lawyer for any of them. According to reports, from 2000 to October 2011, Berman and Gallo ran a string of coffee companies one after the other out of Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties: Royal Gourmet Coffee, Selective Services Business, Cambridge Coffee, South Beach Coffee, and Best Gourmet Coffee. The three defendants reportedly worked as salespersons, offering potential customers the opportunity to buy coffee display racks. Reports say customers were asked to put forward a minimum of $10,000 for the business opportunities. The defendants allegedly told customers they could possibly make "substantial profits" and were offered assistance in selecting the best locations to make the most out of their investment. However, "Purchasers made little to no money on their investments, were unable to find profitable locations or accounts, and were not provided the support promised by defendants," reports say. When customers invariably began to complain, the defendants allegedly closed down one coffee rack business and immediately opened another under a new name. The defendants allegedly tried to hide their involvement in the companies by using pseudonyms. Berman sometimes went by the alias Brian Griffin; Gallo used several aliases, including Vincent Pastone and Bobby Marion; Axelrod sometimes used the alias Michael Hutton, reports say.

Safe-and-Sane Fireworks on Sale through Thursday in Clark County

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Nevada Fireworks LawToday and tomorrow it's legal to purchase Safe-and-Sane fireworks in Clark County from a licensed vendor. But once July Fourth is over, it becomes illegal again in Clark County to purchase any fireworks, including Safe-and Sane. All other types of fireworks are illegal to purchase in Clark County year-round. The best way to fight charges of illegal fireworks laws in Nevada depends on the facts of the case. A common defense is that the fireworks didn't belong to the defendant and that he/she had no idea they were there. First offenses are frequently dismissed if the defendant agrees to pay a court fine.

UK - Prisoners To Be Moved To Jails Near Home

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Original Article 07/04/2013 A network of 70 resettlement jails that will prepare offenders to be released into the area in which they live has been unveiled by the Justice Secretary. Existing prisons up and down the country will function as resettlement prisons with a trial starting in the north west of England in the autumn, as part of a prisons shake-up. Justice Secretary Chris Grayling hopes the move will cut the risk of reoffending. - So how would this reduce the risk of... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

Repairing Your Relationship with Your Spouse After Your Long Beach DUI

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Things were already rocky between you and your spouse, before you got arrested for driving under the influence in Long Beach. Now things are worse.fight-with-wife-after-long-beach-dui.jpg What can you do? First of all, you need to address the realities of your arrest and all the legal implications. According to California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a) or 23152 (b), even a misdemeanor DUI in Long Beach (or elsewhere) can lead to jail time, annoying court costs and fees, mandatory installation of an Interlock Ignition Device (IID) in your car, strict probation terms, mandatory alcohol school, and loss of your CA driver’s license. And that’s just for starters! On top of that, your insurance rates can go up and you can lose your job. That's brought up not to spook you, but rather to help you focus on what’s truly important right now, which is your Long Beach DUI defense. In other words, the “practical stuff” regarding your defense needs to take priority. Otherwise, you run needless risks. The longer you delay getting good representation, for instance, the more difficult it will be to take care of/prevent other bad events. For instance, right now you might be able to contest the driver’s license suspension, find evidence to challenge the Long Beach breathalyzer test results, and anticipate what prosecutors may throw at you. This isn’t to say that you should neglect your relationship. At some point, you DO want to circle back to address pivotal emotional issues. After all, you're going to need support not only to manage the logistics of your life – e.g. who's going to drive you and your children places, if you have a suspended license? – but also to keep you from recidivism and boost your confidence. Obviously, this is a Long Beach DUI defense blog, not a relationship counseling blog. But you might find it useful to treat the "Long Beach DUI conversation" with your spouse (or partner or girlfriend/boyfriend) as you would treat an important business meeting. In other words, prepare for it! Spend time writing down the stuff you want to stay and imaging the conversation going as well as it could go. If you haven’t yet broken the news to him or her, prepare. If you've broken the news, and the “first round” didn’t go over well, you need to go from there. Acknowledge your starting point – don’t lie to yourself or pretend your problems aren’t as bad as they really are. But retain hope and faith that you can get through this -- that you will rebound from your DUI in Long Beach stronger, more compassionate, safer, and more resilient than before. Step one is to understand your current playing field. What’s true now about your arrest, your charges, and your possibilities? Get insightful, confidential answers by connecting with the Kraut Law Group today. Attorney Kraut is not just a very highly regarded and well connected Long Beach DUI defense attorney, but he is also an ex-prosecutor, so he knows what prosecutors will want out of your case.

Healthcare Fraud in Los Angeles: Why Did You Do It? (No, Really, Why Did You Do It?)

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Why did you commit healthcare fraud in Southern California? Now that you’ve been investigated (or, perhaps, arrested), your life path certainly doesn’t seem fully rational. After all, you now face massive jail time, thousands (or millions) of dollars in forced restitution, public humiliation, the loss of your medical, dental, or chiropractic license (or other professional credentials), and problems with your relationships and self-esteem. So… why did you do it? Perhaps you knew that you’d been “bending” the law, but you didn’t realize quite how far you had been pushing the envelope. You knew the acts were ethically dubious, but you thought, at worst, you'd receive a “slap on the wrist,” if anything. Other reasons might be: • Maybe you trusted a doctor or other caregiver to create a scheme that would “totally go under the radar” of the authorities; • Maybe you were tired of working so hard, honestly -- e.g. paying a fortune to insurance providers -- and you made a conscious decision “to get yours”; • Maybe you started by bending the rules a little bit but then got more and more aggressive (and careless) as the months and years went on; • Maybe you needed money to support your kids' education or a certain lifestyle; • Maybe you got peer pressured by someone at work or by family member to get involved in the Southern California fraud; Of course, these are all just superficial reasons. They're “superficial” because they don’t speak to the deeper reasons for why defendants commit Medicare fraud in Los Angeles (or any Southern California white-collar crime). The deeper reasons ultimately have to do with unmet needs. We all have needs: e.g. to take care of our children and to enjoy our lives. When these fundamental human needs go unmet, the pain can drive us towards destructive strategies, such as stealing or committing healthcare fraud. The Kraut Law Group in Los Angeles is well positioned to help you appreciate your legal challenges and build a fundamentally well-structured defense. Mr. Kraut – who is a Harvard Law School ex-Deputy District Attorney – can also connect you with resources and people to help you meet the other diverse problems that you’re facing in your life.

Fünf-Euro-Frage

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Die „Fünf-Euro-Frage“ scheint zunächst einmal beantwortet zu sein: Das Ermittlungsverfahren gegen einen Jugendbeamten, der an einer Münchener Schule wegen des Verlustes eines Fünf-Euro-Scheins alle 29 Schülerinnen und Schüler der 8. Klasse einer Leibesvisitation unterzog, wurde jetzt von der Staatsanwaltschaft München vorerst eingestellt. Offenbar hatte keiner der Erziehungsberechtigten einen Strafantrag wegen des Verdachts einer sexuellen Beleidigung gestellt. Das wegen einer Nötigung von Amts wegen eingeleitete Verfahren wurden eingestellt. Überzogene Polizeiaktion mit Durchsuchung und Leibesvisitation von Schülern wegen des mutmaßlichen Diebstahls eines Fünf-Euro-Scheins. Foto: Dr. Klaus-Uwe Gerhardt / pixelio.de Nachdem im Januar 2013 eine Schülerin während eines Schulprojektes zur Gewaltprävention behauptet hatte, ihr seien fünf Euro aus der Jacke gestohlen worden, gab der anlässlich des Projekts anwesende 44-jährige Polizeibeamte zunächst dem mutmaßlichen Dieb Gelegenheit, das Geld anonym zurückzugeben. Als dies nicht geschah, forderte er Verstärkung von einigen Kollegen der Altstadtwache an. Diese postierten sich dann auf den Schultoiletten und ließen sämtliche Schülerinnen und Schüler dieser 8. Klasse einzeln zur eingehenden Untersuchung antreten. Nach Angaben der Süddeutschen Zeitung wurde bei einigen lediglich die Kleidung durchsucht, andere mussten sich bis auf die Unterwäsche ausziehen. Ein 14-jähriger Junge sollte auch die Unterhose nach unten ziehen, um sich im Analbereich kontrollieren zu lassen. Wenn er sich nicht ausziehe, so soll der Beamte gedroht haben, werde er Anzeige gegen den Jungen erstatten. Wegen dieser Drohung ermittelte die Staatsanwaltschaft München gegen den Beamten wegen des Verdachts einer Nötigung, stellte das Verfahren nun aber ein. Die Polizeiaktion muss für einige der 13- bis 16-jährigen pubertierenden Jugendlichen wohl traumatisch gewesen sein. Mädchen kamen heulend aus der Toilette, Lehrer blieben verstört zurück, das Schulreferat berichtete von einem „Gefühl der Überrumpelung“. Ausgerechnet der sonst so nette und beliebte Jugendbeamte, der an der Schule seit Jahren bekannt war, hatte völlig unverhältnismäßig agiert, wie die Polizei und selbst der Innenminister Joachim Herrmann einräumte. Wahrscheinlich ist das letzte Wort in dieser Sache noch nicht gesprochen, auch ist noch offen, ob ein Disziplinarverfahren gegen den Beamten eingeleitet wird.

But For Video: Former Cop Rory Bruce Acquitted Edition

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<font style="FONT-SIZE: 12px" face="arial">A classic quote from the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ksdk.com/news/article/386100/3/Former-St-Louis-officer-cleared-of-assault-charges">police union business manager</a>:<br> <br></font> <blockquote><font style="FONT-SIZE: 12px" face="arial">"Police officers have to make split second decisions in life and death situations and I don't think that folks over at the Circuit Attorney's office or folks up in Internal Affairs should second guess them based on their brief impression of a video tape," says Jeff Roorda with the SLPOA. "It doesn't tell the whole story," he says.</font></blockquote> Does it bring a tear ...
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