United States: Crime

In Blanche v. Lau, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) held, in a 6-3 decision, that the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) does not require CBP officers to have “clear and convincing evidence” ...

The U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Blanche v. Lau fundamentally changes how border officers may treat lawful permanent residents with criminal histories when returning from international travel. While not every green-card holder faces immediate concern, those with pending charges, prior convictions, or unresolved criminal matters now face heightened scrutiny that could affect their reentry rights. Understanding the distinction between being treated as a returning resident versus an applicant for admission

You need to know! These are some of the laws that go into effect on July 1, 2026. On rare occasions, a law goes into effect immediately upon being enacted (as is the case with some of the new gun safety laws)...

On April 7, 2026, the US Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced a notice of proposed rulemaking (the FinCEN Proposed Rule)...

For California employers, compliance with the Fair Chance Act (FCA) is not a game. In recent years, the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) has stepped up its investigations into complaints of FCA violations, and employers who don’t know the rules risk landing on a chute at every turn. Read on for our guide to navigating compliant background check practices and staying ahead of CRD enforcement.

Federal law requires most non-U.S. citizens aged 18 and older to carry proof of immigration registration at all times, with noncompliance potentially resulting in criminal penalties. This guide explains what documents qualify as acceptable evidence, how to respond when approached by immigration officials, and the rights and obligations that apply to both noncitizens and U.S. citizens during encounters with ICE, CBP, and other enforcement agencies.

On April 7, 2026, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that, if adopted, would significantly reform financial...

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) established the National Fraud Enforcement Division (NFED), consolidating existing Criminal Division units under new...

The Cartel del Noreste (“CDN”, also known as “Los Zetas”) has been involved in narcotics trafficking, human trafficking, arms trafficking, money laundering, vehicle theft, oil theft, extortion, kidnapping, and murder.