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Sami Azhari

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Probation under the federal sentencing guidelines

The federal sentencing guidelines require a prison sentence in many circumstances. However, on occasion, the guidelines direct the court to sentence the defendant to a term of probation. In cases where probation is available, it is usually because the defendant has no prior convictions or criminal background, and the case…
Sami Azhari
December 9, 2010
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Federal court jurisdiction over criminal conduct

Many people believe that crossing state lines is what determines whether conduct can result in federal criminal charges. However, the issue of federal jurisdiction is more complicated than that. Activity that occurs in one state can be subject to federal prosecution. Understanding federal criminal jurisdiction requires a look back at…
Sami Azhari
December 2, 2010
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Seizure of bank records with federal search warrant

A search warrant is the most powerful tool belonging to law enforcement during the investigation of a crime. The United States government will seek a search warrant for any place or property if there is probable cause to believe it is connected to a federal criminal offense. A search warrant…
Sami Azhari
October 15, 2010
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