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The Fifth Amendment protects against self-incrimination by stating that no one “shall be required in any criminal case to be a witness against himself.” The Self-incrimination Clause covers all residents and non-citizens, as well as the federal and state governments. The Fourteenth Amendment makes it applicable to the states regarding the right to refuse to
The confidentiality of grand jury proceedings is a long-standing and well-protected policy. There are several reasons for this that have been established by the courts: By having no advance notice of the investigation, confidentiality helps in the prevention of potential indictees escaping. It protects grand jurors from outside pressures and threats of retaliation, allowing the
In the United States of America, tax evasion is illegal as it is in all countries. Norman Spencer PC is by your side whether you are being investigated by the IRS or are facing criminal tax charges. We will protect you anywhere in the United States or around the world because we have years of
There are two main types you might be charged for when it comes to tax fraud: civil or criminal. Although they have some overlap, there are also some pretty significant differences. Civil tax fraud will typically end with penalties brought against a taxpayer (loss of their money or assets). In contrast, criminal tax fraud usually
Making an estate plan can by its very nature be stressful and uncomfortable, but it’s also important and necessary. Unexpected events happen all the time, and it’s better to have a plan in place than none at all should the worst-case scenario occur. When it comes to trusts, estates, and wealth management, there are a
You’d perhaps be justified in not knowing the ins and outs of government investigations. Most don’t think they’ll be on the receiving end of one. Many even assume that it couldn’t happen to them. The reality is that there are a variety of offenses or activities that could lead to an investigation. You might not