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DEA Shutting Down Illegal Distribution of Oxycodone by Doctors

December 21st, 2020
Posted By
Hope C. Lefeber
In 2020, the United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) targeted doctors in Philadelphia and elsewhere for conspiring to illegally write prescriptions for oxycodone and other opioids. Expect this trend to carry on into 2021, as the DEA will continue… Read More
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An Analysis: SEC 2020 Financial Fraud Actions

December 7th, 2020
Posted By
Hope C. Lefeber
On September 30, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) closed its books on FY2020 and, on November 2, released its 2020 Annual Report. Analysts have begun reviewing SEC enforcement actions to reach conclusions about the types of financia… Read More
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U.S. DOJ’s Cyber-Digital Task Force Issues Crypto Guidance

November 12th, 2020
Posted By
Hope C. Lefeber
On October 8, 2020, the United States Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Cyber-Digital Task Force released new cryptocurrency guidelines. The 83 page report, entitled “Cryptocurrency: An Enforcement Framework” identifies cryptocurrency users’ lega… Read More
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Third Circuit Vacates Sentence of Former Vanguard Employee Accused of Money Laundering, Mail Fraud, and Tax Evasion

October 29th, 2020
Posted By
Hope C. Lefeber
Scott Capps, a former employee of The Vanguard Group, pled guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud, money laundering, and tax evasion in March of 2019. He also admitted to filing false tax returns in 2013 and 2014 to cover up the scheme. By challen… Read More
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USA v. Huberfeld: Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud

October 13th, 2020
Posted By
Hope C. Lefeber
Sentence Vacated Following Improper Application of Federal Sentencing Guidelines In United States v. Huberfeld, 2nd Cir. No. 19-436(L), the Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a 30-month prison sentence and a $19 million order of restitution in a… Read More
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Summary of First Step Act

January 7th, 2019
Posted By
Hope C. Lefeber
On December 22, 2018, President Trump signed the First Step Act, a prison and sentencing reform bill. Below is a brief summary of some of the provisions. It should be noted that most of the provisions are not retroactive. Modifies Certain Mandatory M… Read More
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Federal Criminal Defense Attorney Hope C. Lefeber Discusses Recent 3rd Circuit Case Ruling That A Person Has No Fourth Amendment Protection When Using Shared Wi-Fi

June 24th, 2014
Posted By
Hope C. Lefeber
Last week was a busy week for the Fourth Amendment in the Courts of Appeal. On the same day that the Eleventh Circuit ruled that the Fourth Amendment covers data obtained from cell towers, the Third Circuit in U.S. v. Stanley ruled that the Fourth Am… Read More
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What Makes A Good Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer?

December 9th, 2013
Posted By
Hope C. Lefeber
What Makes a Great Trial Lawyer? LawCrossing.com asked “What makes a great trial lawyer?” and Hope C. Lefeber weighed in. What are the two crucial traits to succeed in the courtroom? Lefeber says it’s passion and amazing communication skills. … Read More
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Top 5 Considerations When Choosing a Lawyer

September 30th, 2013
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Hope C. Lefeber
Philadelphia, PA September 30, 2013 What are the top 5 considerations when choosing a lawyer? Every year, thousands of people face criminal charges and must make what is, perhaps, the most important decision of their life – choosing the best lawyer… Read More
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Accused Have Constitutional Right to Challenge Pretrial Orders

July 25th, 2013
Posted By
Hope C. Lefeber
ABA Argues the Accused have Constitutional Right to Challenge Pretrial Orders Freezing Assets Needed For Counsel Fees Philadelphia, PA July 25, 2013 – Constitutional Right to Challenge Pretrial Orders Freezing Assets Hope Lefeber, a leading federal… Read More
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