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Human Trafficking in Maine Human trafficking is the third largest criminal activity in the world and is a form of slavery, forced labor, domestic servitude and commercial sex trafficking. A 2016 “Maine Human Trafficking Needs Assessment” report is a study of human trafficking in Maine and shows that hundreds of victims are of sex trafficking are reported each… Read more »

According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics’ most recent arrest report, law enforcement arrested 47,598 Americans for prostitution charges in 2014. Sadly, most people experience terrible consequences when prosecutors charge them for alleged prostitution crimes. In Maine, these stigmatizing charges can ruin reputations and destroy professional careers. The police can arrest and imprison prostitutes and… Read more »

Title 1 of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 established the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act, also known as SORNA. SORNA’s purpose is to close the loopholes and gaps that existed under previous laws, which has resulted in the strengthening of the national sex offender registration network. The purpose of… Read more »

Maine Criminal Defense Lawyer A person who is convicted a sex related crime, will in most instances have to register with the Maine Sex  Offender Registry for the a minimum of 10 years or in some cases for life.  Failure to do so may result in serious consequences. What information is required for registration? When you sign up for the registry, you… Read more »

Portland Maine Criminal Defense Lawyer An  arrest for a drug crime in Maine is a serious matter and requires the assistance of an experienced criminal defense lawyer.  A conviction will have a long-term impact on your life including a  criminal record which will impact your ability to secure housing, a job or a student loan. If you are facing… Read more »

Criminal prosecutions frequently affect a professional license, even if the criminal charge is unrelated to a defendant’s profession. Thus it is critical in these situations to retain an attorney with expertise in both criminal defense and in professional licensing issues.  Otherwise, a felony conviction and certain misdemeanor convictions may result in suspension or revocation of a professional license. Thus the goal in representing… Read more »

Child pornography is serious offense under both state and federal law. Thus a person involved in such activity may be subject to either federal charges or state charges depending on whether the matter is investigated by federal or state law enforcement officials.  Both federal and state law prohibit the creation, distribution, reception, possession, and importation of… Read more »

Of the types of health care fraud, Medicare and Medicaid fraud are among the most common forms of misconduct prosecuted under of the federal False Claims Act (FCA). The False Claims Act was enacted in 1863 by Congress and is also known as the “Lincoln Law.” It’s a law that protects the government against false… Read more »

Complaints to licensing boards may occur for various reasons. Thus it is critical to carry professional liability insurance that includes coverage for professional license defense. In addition to the insurance, you should retain an attorney who specializes in this area of the law in your corner to investigate the claims against you and build a… Read more »

Portland Maine Criminal Defense Attorney Often times an investigation by local or federal authorities is begun without the knowledge of the person or entity that is the target thereof.  It may be based on an anonymous tip, an allegation by the alleged victim, cooperation by an alleged co-conspirator or other sources.  Sooner or later the… Read more »