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9 people face federal racketeering charges in chicago

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inFederal CrimesTags: , , ,

A seven-years-long investigation by a variety of federal agents has led to criminal charges against nine Chicago residents. Each of these people were already in federal or state custody when the indictment was issued. These people face federal racketeering charges stemming from a variety of violent behavior. According to federal investigators, the nine people were members of a South Side gang and had been involved in the murder of five individuals between 2006 and 2008. The federal authorities also accuse …

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Illinois doctor faces federal charges after state charges dropped

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Federal crimes are very serious. They are investigated, prosecuted and sentenced in the federal court system. Within that system, those accused face serious punishments. While people have many of the same protections in federal court as they do in state court, the federal court has vast resources in which it can investigate and prosecute federal crimes. Recently an Illinois doctor has been accused of federal crimes. In August 2013, state officials raided his office and arrested the doctor. However, recently …

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Chicago woman accused of filing false liens against feds

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Being convicted of a federal crime can have a seriously negative impact on a person’s life. A conviction typically leads to penalties, such as spending time in prison, fines and probation. In society, it can be more difficult to obtain a job and be approved for housing. Unfortunately, being charged with federal crimes means facing off against federal prosecutors and their seemingly endless supply of funds and ability to drag cases out until the defendant gives up and pleads guilty. A Chicago …

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Chicago pharmacist faces federal charges for counterfeit drugs

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When people are accused of federal crimes, the impact is immediate. People can be taken into custody, arrested, questioned, lose their jobs and more. Preparing a criminal defense from the beginning of an investigation may help lessen the impact of federal charges. For one Chicago pharmacist, a federal indictment has had a big impact on his career and could have long lasting effects. According to the indictment, the man is accused of purchasing counterfeit Viagra and Cialis — both male enhancement …

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Chicago area doctors charged with medicare fraud

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A Medicare Fraud Strike Force investigation has led to the arrest of two Chicagoland doctors and at least five others. The seven individuals have been arrested on several federal charges, mainly Medicare fraud. These seven Illinois residents were just part of a larger group of 89 medical professionals who were arrested as part of the investigation. In addition to the Medicare Fraud Strike Force, the investigation was conducted with the help of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and …

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Federal prosecutors bring charges in cyber crime ring

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In what is being lauded as the biggest cyber crime in the history of the United States, federal prosecutors have brought charges in a cyber crime ring that reportedly cost companies over $300 million. The suspects allegedly hacked into companies in order to commit credit card fraud. Five people have been charged in the spree and two men are in custody. The investigation has been building for many years. Companies attacked by the hackers include some well-known names like J.C. …

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Chicago area businessman arrested on federal charges

Posted byRobert KerrPosted inFederal CrimesTags: , , ,

The federal government provides a variety of services to American citizens. The U.S. government provides national parks, healthcare benefits, educational benefits, police services and more. These benefits are extremely varied and sometimes people may not even realize that the federal government is involved in a particular activity. When criminal activity involves one of these federal services, federal criminal charges can follow. Recently, the 42-year-old CEO of a Chicago based medical services company has been arrested on federal charges. A 63-year-old doctor …

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Chicago teen faces federal terrorism charges

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Freedom of speech and religion are guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution, and most citizens take potential infringement upon these freedoms very seriously. According to many state and federal laws, police are not allowed to infringe on these freedoms without warrants or similar proof of evidence. When they do so, it is usually in pursuit of those facing serious state or federal charges. An 18-year-old Chicago teen faces charges related to the United States’ fight against terrorism, after the FBI caught him …

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