There are 51 court systems in the United States. Each state has its own system, and there is also the federal system. Depending on the nature of the crimes that the government is charging you with, the courts may hear your case in either a state or federal court....
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What are the types of prescription drug fraud?
Texas law takes prescription drug fraud very seriously. The state recognizes varying types of prescription fraud and classifies the charges based on multiple factors. Types of prescription drug fraud Every prescription drug fraud case has some variation in...
How can pharmacists remain aware of prescription fraud?
When working as a pharmacist, you may meet patients who doctor shop and seek medication they either do not need or amounts of medication they do not need. As a pharmacist, you must protect your patients and avoid a prescription fraud charge. Understanding the common...
What to know when facing a prescription fraud charge in Texas
Some Texas residents hold valid prescriptions for certain drugs. Others obtain, or attempt to obtain, prescription drugs through illegal methods. Offenses involving prescription drugs are serious in nature, and if authorities charge you with one, you may face serious...
What is bank fraud?
Bank fraud is a white-collar crime. It can happen at any level, but most often, it becomes a federal offense when you find yourself facing charges. Cornell Law School explains there are two ways to commit bank fraud. What this means is that the prosecution must prove...
What should you know about your right to remain silent?
The Miranda warning is something that many people know about especially because of its common recitation on shows about police officers. However, many people do not know about the specific details of the Miranda warning. Many people do not even know when it begins to...
Why is mail fraud a federal offense?
Fraud charges often carry bigger potential penalties with them than some people may think. However, mail fraud in particular harbor enormous penalties that could alter a person's entire future. Just what about mail fraud makes it such a heavy impact charge? To start,...
How do you respond to a ZPIC audit notice?
Texas medical providers are finding themselves at the center of ZPIC audits more and more often. Federally charged with preventing medicare fraud and overpayments, these audits serve an important function but can be unnerving to those subjected to one. Responding...
Is it illegal to take someone else’s prescription?
Though not many people consider prescription drugs in the same mental category as street drugs, they can actually hold similarly large legal repercussions. Purchasing from an unauthorized source or borrowing from friends could lead to serious legal issues. It is...
How can the courts use your social media against you in a drug case?
If you are like most people, you post regularly on social media. While you may know to stay silent when it comes to incriminating yourself, you may not realize that the courts can also use your social media as evidence against you. According to the National Law...