In the wake of the September 11, 2001 “terror attacks,” the federal government created two national security lists dealing with air travel in and out of the United States: the “No Fly List,” which denied 594 individuals the right to…
CRIMINAL JURISDICTION
Criminal Jurisdiction:
A Criminal Law Blog from a Defense Perspective
2024
Category: Civil Rights | terrorism
First launched on December 1, 2003, the Terrorist Screening Dataset—now more commonly referred to as the Terrorist Watchlist—was designed to prevent acts of terrorism in the United States.
Federal law enforcement and intelligence communities quickly learned that three of the…
2024
Category: Federal Criminal Law | Theft Crimes
Federal law, distinguishes between theft and embezzlement, and that is crucial to understanding the legal implications and potential consequences of financial misconduct. Both offenses involve wrongful acquisition of property, but they differ in key aspects such as the relationship between…
2024
Category: Homicide/Murder | Murder
Murder prosecutions can occur at both the federal and state levels, each governed by distinct laws and procedures. Understanding the differences between the two prosecutions is essential for individuals facing such charges and their need for legal representation. From jurisdictional…
2024
Category: White Collar Crime
Being accused of a federal white-collar crime can be an unsettling experience. These offenses, typically involving financial or business misconduct, can carry significant legal and social ramifications.
It is crucial to understand your rights and take the necessary steps…
2024
Category: Weapon Crimes
Federal weapons trafficking charges in Houston can be incredibly complex with potentially severe consequences. Understanding the legal parameters of these charges, the long term penalty exposures, and the need for effective defense strategies are crucial for anyone facing such allegations.…
2024
Category: Criminal Justice Reform | Prosecutorial Misconduct
Kim Ogg, once hailed as the “reform darling” in Texas Democratic political circles after she ousted Republican control of the Harris County District Attorney’s Office in 2016, now faces a tough uphill battle in her attempt to be elected to…
2024
Many Americans are aware that U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ) was indicted this past September for conspiracy to commit bribery, conspiracy to commit honest services fraud, and extortion—all white-collar crimes. The New Jersey lawmaker has a long history, dating back…
2024
Category: Criminal Justice Reform | Police Misconduct
According to the National Registry of Exonerations, between January 1, 2023, and January 31, 2024, there were 50 exonerations nationwide in fifteen states and one from the federal system. Illinois led the way with nine exonerations, while New York and…
2024
Category: Criminal Justice Reform | Death Penalty
On January 25, 2024, Kenneth Eugene Smith became the first person to be executed by a state government in this country through a method known as nitrogen hypoxia. Officials at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama at…