A serious white-collar crime, embezzlement stands out as a betrayal of trust that occurs within an organization. This deceptive act...
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Stricter penalties for weapon-related crimes in Arkansas
On Behalf of John Wesley Hall | Nov 25, 2023 | Blog, Criminal justice
Arkansas takes a strong stance against crimes involving weapons. This is due to the increased potential for harm and danger they pose to...
Why does insider trading net such big penalties?
On Behalf of John Wesley Hall | Jun 30, 2023 | Blog, Criminal justice
Many people who work with or adjacent to the stock market have heard the term "insider trading" before. Many may also know that insider...
Can your online activity violate a restraining order?
On Behalf of John Wesley Hall | Jun 29, 2023 | Blog, Criminal justice
In today's digital age, our lives extend far beyond physical boundaries. Activities online hold as much weight as those in the physical...
Wire fraud: Understanding this serious offense
On Behalf of John Wesley Hall | May 1, 2023 | Criminal justice
In 2022, an Arkansas court sentenced a man to over seven years in prison, three years of supervised release and a hefty fine. This...
Can you go to jail for having drug paraphernalia on you?
On Behalf of John Wesley Hall | May 1, 2023 | Criminal justice
Arkansas law defines drug paraphernalia as any equipment, product or material that is primarily used for the manufacturing, growing,...
Legal defenses to drug charges
On Behalf of John Wesley Hall | Mar 7, 2023 | Blog, Criminal justice
A drug charge can carry severe penalties in Arkansas. After an arrest, it is important to prepare a strong legal defense immediately. With...
Why are detectives so good at obtaining confessions?
On Behalf of John Wesley Hall | May 21, 2022 | Criminal justice
To secure convictions, prosecutors typically must prove each element of a criminal offense beyond a reasonable doubt. This is a high legal...
Can an officer legally search your vehicle during a traffic stop?
On Behalf of John Wesley Hall | Jan 13, 2022 | Criminal justice
In the United States, the Fourth Amendment of the Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable searches or confiscation of property....
How the exclusionary rule protects you from police overreach
On Behalf of John Wesley Hall | Nov 5, 2021 | Criminal justice, Drug Crimes, Search And Seizure
Our Constitution is set up in a way that provides us with important protections against government abuses and police overreach. In our...