Behind the Life of Jordan Belfort: True Crimes Depicted in “The Wolf of Wall Street”
Behind the Life of Jordan Belfort: True Crimes Depicted in “The Wolf of Wall Street” Jordan Belfort, a former stockbroker, and motivational speaker is the real-life subject of the memoir he authored entitled “The Wolf of Wall Street.” His life during the 1980s and 1990s of extraordinary wealth, corruption and illegal drugs was also the inspiration behind the Academy Award-nominated 2013 film of the same name starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Belfort…
Read MoreWhat is Mass Marketing Fraud?
What is Mass Marketing Fraud? Most of us have gotten “spam” (unsolicited email) or received a telemarketer’s call we never asked for pitching us something too good to be true. Savvy people usually recognize a scam when they see or hear one and ignore it. The unfortunate truth is that sometimes, these schemes ensnare unsuspecting believers, causing them to invest money they can ill-afford to lose. “Mass-marketing fraud” is a…
Read MoreWhat is the Statute of Limitations for Federal Crimes?
What is the Statute of Limitations for Federal Crimes? If you were arrested for a crime, you were most likely detained by a police officer and charged under California law. However, if you were arrested by a federal law enforcement agency (like the F.B.I.) or committed a crime that violates federal statute, you could be charged under federal law. It is possible to be charged for the same crime under…
Read MoreCalifornia State and Federal Penalties for Selling Cocaine or Crack
California State and Federal Penalties for Selling Cocaine or Crack If you are convicted of selling or possessing with the intent to sell “crack” cocaine in California, you could face up to five years in jail. The penalty increases to up to nine years in custody if you cross two or more California counties to sell illegal drugs. However, if you are prosecuted under federal law for selling crack, the…
Read MoreMoney Laundering in California is a crime against the United States – 18 U.S.C. §§ 1956 and 1957
Money Laundering in California is a crime against the United States - 18 U.S.C. §§ 1956 and 1957 Our attorneys at Wallin & Klarich want to warn you that engaging in money laundering in California is punishable as a federal offense pursuant to the Money Laundering Control Act of 1986 (18 U.S.C. §§ 1956 and 1957). The United States prohibits you from engaging in a financial transaction with proceeds that…
Read MoreWhat is a Federal Crime in California?
What is a Federal Crime in California? Most individuals are familiar with California state crimes. These crimes are usually handled by a district attorney or a city attorney. Most crimes involve state laws and such laws will vary from state to state. Unlike state crimes, federal crimes are punishable anywhere in the United States. Whether you commit a federal crime in California or Nevada, the punishment will likely be the…
Read MoreFederal Criminal Defense Attorney Charged With Money Laundering in Los Angeles (PC 186.10)
Federal Criminal Defense Attorney Charged With Money Laundering in Los Angeles (PC 186.10) An alleged gang member turned lawyer may have fallen back in with his prior criminal associates. Issac E. Guillen was sentenced by U.S. Court Judge Dean D. Pregerson after Guillen pled guilty to a dozen counts of racketeering and money laundering in Los Angeles in association with members of the Colombia Lil’ Cycos subset of Los Angeles’…
Read MoreCalifornia Man Arrested for Masterminding Massive Tax Fraud Scheme
California Man Arrested for Masterminding Massive Tax Fraud Scheme Despite the best efforts of his federal crimes lawyer, a California man is facing 20 years in federal prison for masterminding one of the biggest tax fraud schemes in history. Ronald L Brekke was convicted of conspiracy and wire fraud for helping nearly 1,000 people claim $763 million in fraudulent tax refunds. Even more astonishing, nearly 63% of those people were…
Read MoreKnow Your 5th Ammendment Rights
Know Your 5th Ammendment Rights If you are ever contacted by Federal Agents as part of an investigation, the first thing you should do is remain silent and ask to contact a Federal Criminal Lawyer because the Federal criminal justice system is an intimidating place to be. The federal court system is very different than the state court system. Even though you may have given incriminating statements to Federal Agents,…
Read MoreMy Husband Was Just Arrested by the FBI in a Federal Case, How Can I Get Him Out of Custody?
My Husband Was Just Arrested by the FBI in a Federal Case, How Can I Get Him Out of Custody? When dealing with a bail in a federal case, it is important to note that you cannot be bailed out until you come to court. Once in court, the bail amount will be determined by the United States Magistrate usually on the day of the arrest if not within a…
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