DO I NEED A PHYSICIAN LICENSE DEFENSE ATTORNEY? Although it is not required, having an attorney assist you in physician license defense usually helps you achieve a better outcome than if you were on your own. WHAT CAN AN ATTORNEY DO TO ASSIST? If you have had an arrest for any crime, it is important…
Continue reading ›Charges for child pornography (also known as CSAM) can range from possession, receipt, distribution, manufacturing, or other related charges in both the state or federal courts. Under the various statutes, the material can include online files, videos, print materials, photos, and other online materials. There are multiple ways in which a person can find themselves…
Continue reading ›This week, the U.S. Supreme Court will decide if law enforcement needs to be more specific in their applications for search warrants for phones. At issue this week specifically is whether law enforcement can use broad geofence warrants to gather information about an alleged crime. In the case before the Supreme Court, the issue is…
Continue reading ›The recent conviction involving AI-generated obscene material of women and children highlights complex legal issues arising from the intersection of technology and criminal law. The Department of Justice is saying this is the first in the nation – a conviction of violating the new Take It Down Act. This new legislation, targeting AI-generated content, opens…
Continue reading ›SEC Investigations Frequently Asked Quesetions I have received a subpoena from the SEC what do I do? It is important to understand that when you receive a subpoena from the SEC it is most definitely not the beginning of an investigation, but it is the beginning of your knowledge that there is an investigation. If…
Continue reading ›Conaway & Strickler, PC recently tried a case in federal court that involved cryptocurrency investment fraud, money laundering, and wire fraud. Through the years, the firm has taken on an increasing number of cryptocurrency fraud cases as the popularity of digital currency continues to grow. We are well versed on defended anyone charged with the…
Continue reading ›What is AI-Generated CSAM? Synthetic child sexual abuse material (CSAM) may not involve a camera or physical contact but it will depicts a child in a sexual context and thus is subject to regulation. Artificial intelligence is used to create realistic images or videos of children in sexual situations. Sometimes, these materials depict completely fabricated…
Continue reading ›Have You Been Charged with Vehicular Homicide in Georgia? Vehicular homicide charges can be brought against someone when a death results from an auto accident. The State of Georgia has two types of vehicular homicide charges: first degree (felony) and second degree (misdemeanor). FELONY VEHICULAR HOMICIDE First-degree vehicular homicide is a felony. O.C.G.A. §…
Continue reading ›How can a Healthcare Fraud Attorney assist ? Healthcare fraud attorneys assist medical professionals who are facing allegations of False Claim Act violations. The False Claims Act “FCA” is an act that holds any person who knowingly submits, or causes to submit, false claims to the government civilly liable. In general, such claims come from…
Continue reading ›Being charged with a federal crime can result from allegations of violating a federal criminal statute. All cases are prosecuted by the Department of Justice prosecuted by a “AUSA” – Assistant United States Attorney. All cases are investigated by agencies like the FBI, ATF, or DEA. STEPS IN THE FEDERAL CRIMINAL PROCESS (Note: this blog…
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