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Money laundering is an illegal process undertaken to hide financial assets that may have been illegally obtained. The United States government states that it involves “disguising financial assets to try to hide the source. By doing this “the criminal transforms the...
Theft offenses occur when one party improperly assumes possession of assets that belong to another person or a business. Theft crimes could involve shoplifting at a store. Both burglary and robbery are also common forms of theft. Those accused of taking the property...
There are many options for sentencing in a criminal case. Probation is part of the sentence for some people pleading or found guilty. This is an alternative to incarceration, so courts sometimes default to this for non-violent crimes. Being placed on supervised...
Loss of assets or property is a little-known risk for those involved in high-stakes drug crime investigations and trials. Through asset forfeiture, the government can seize virtually any property believed to have been used in or derived from criminal activity. In...
The state of Idaho recognizes the right of an individual to protect themselves when facing imminent harm. However, there are situations where self-defense is not a viable defense strategy. Learn more about when self-defense can be justified in the state here. ...
People often confuse the offenses of conspiracy and solicitation and think they refer to the same thing. Both are considered “inchoate” crimes (crimes of planning, essentially). There are, however, important distinctions under both federal and state law. Let’s take a...
The police have the right to pull over vehicles they believe are operated by people who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. One way the police can determine if a driver is drunk is by performing sobriety tests. There are two variations of sobriety tests...
A plea bargain is a negotiation in which the defendant consents to plead guilty or not contest a charge in exchange for leniency or certain concessions. It allows both the defendant and the prosecutor to avoid the uncertainties and costs of a full trial. Contemplating...
There are many DUI myths that are told and retold again, which can lead to a lot of confusion. It may help drivers to learn more about some of the most common myths surrounding DUI. Here’s what you should know: Myth 1: You can drive after drinking coffee Truth: It’s...
When confronted with criminal charges, one of the pivotal decisions defendants face is how to enter a plea. In Idaho, you have three plea options: “guilty,” “not guilty” and the lesser-known concept of "standing silent." Each plea carries distinct implications and...