The IRS is tasked with enforcing all aspects of federal tax compliance. Nonetheless, the IRS may emphasize certain aspects of tax compliance depending on the priorities of the current administration. Under President Trump, the IRS has signalled a shi…
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It is well known that the Department of Justice (DOJ) under President Trump has prioritized criminal investigations targeting actors who profit through “waste, fraud, and abuse.” In May, Matthew R. Galeotti, the Head of the DOJ’s Criminal Divis…
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Mail and wire fraud are powerful tools that federal prosecutors can use to enhance the severity of criminal charges, help secure convictions, and seek to impose substantial additional penalties on defendants in federal court. In recent years, federal…
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In today’s digital age, evidence collected from computers, smartphones, and other electronic devices increasingly plays a significant role in criminal prosecutions. While digital evidence is often presented as highly reliable, it can be manipulated…
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When President Trump was re-elected in 2024, experts expected his administration to scale back prosecutions of white-collar crimes, including those involving tax fraud and tax evasion. The President has largely met those expectations, focusing instea…
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On May 22, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court announced its decision in Kousisis v. United States, finding that a defendant who induces a victim to enter into a transaction under materially false pretenses can be convicted of federal fraud, even if the def…
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Money laundering is a serious crime that involves any deposit, withdrawal or transfer of illegally derived monies. The consequences of a federal money laundering charge can be severe and may include hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines, restitut…
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Plea bargaining plays a key role in federal criminal cases. Nationwide, more than 95% of federal cases are resolved through plea bargaining. Understanding how a federal plea agreement works is crucial for anyone charged with a crime in federal court.…
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Most Americans living abroad must file a Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR). However, not everyone realizes this obligation, and many people unwittingly violate the law and could face severe penalties. The punishment for an FBAR violation can be seve…
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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is the country’s largest and most well-known federal investigative agency. FBI agents ensure compliance with federal law and investigate potential criminal activity. The IRS Special Agents, similarly, ensur…
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