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Acts that constitute tax fraud

On Behalf of The Law Firm of Brent D. Ratchford DWI Defense

Tax fraud is not a mistake since it’s a willful intention to avoid paying tax. Tax fraud happens to businesses and individuals. Tax evasion is among the common types of tax fraud. In the US, taxpayers…

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The consequences of breaking and entering in North Carolina

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There are consequences to breaking and entering into a building in North Carolina. Some individuals will face felony charges while others will face misdemeanor charges for this type of crime. Several factors determine what type of…

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Does burglary always involve theft?

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Images associated with burglary often involve someone illegally entering a North Carolina home and then exiting with stolen items. While many burglary incidents involve theft, they reflect two separate crimes. Therefore, burglary could occur even when…

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What are your rights during a traffic stop?

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If you see flashing lights in your rear mirror, there is a good chance that you’ll need to pull to the side of the road. During a traffic stop, you are obligated to provide the North…

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Insider trading could produce civil or criminal penalties

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The average citizen in North Carolina likely has a negative view of the term insider trading. The truth of the matter is much more nuanced. The financial regulatory system actually acknowledges that legal forms of insider…

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When is self-defense justifiable?

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Under North Carolina law, people can claim self-defense when charged with assaulting someone. Unfortunately, not everyone understands the legal definition of self-defense. Sometimes, people commit assaults and then claim self-defense. Beating someone up because you think…

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Internet crime rate soars and leads white-collar offenses

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White-collar crimes, including internet scams and fraud, continue to plague residents of Georgia. The stark reality is that internet crime experienced a sharp increase recently. Sharp rise in internet crimes in 2020 White-collar crimes associated with…

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What is a ponzi scheme?

On Behalf of The Law Firm of Brent D. Ratchford DWI Defense

If you’re like many other adults in North Carolina, you might want to start planning your financial future. One way to do this is by investing your money into the stock market. Unfortunately, certain people wanting…

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Could you be committing credit card fraud unwittingly?

On Behalf of The Law Firm of Brent D. Ratchford DWI Defense

Credit card fraud is on the rise in Gaston County, North Carolina. This white-collar crime often consists of a perpetrator stealing others’ credit cards and using them without permission or breaching computer systems to take credit…

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What to do when falsely accused of domestic violence

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Domestic violence can occur in all types of homes and families regardless of wealth or race. The laws for domestic violence vary depending on the state you live in, but this charge is considered a serious…

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