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The basic differences between tax evasion and tax avoidance

04/28/2018
Hilder & Associates, P.C
Financial Crimes

For most people the 2018 tax season has come and gone, and they are enjoying their federal income tax refund. For others, it is time to explore options to minimize the adverse effect of failing to file timely returns….

What is the grand jury process in a criminal case?

04/27/2018
Hilder & Associates, P.C
Criminal Defense

A grand jury, which can consist of 16 to 23 people, does not decide issues of guilt or punishment. Rather, it decides whether the government should initiate an indictment or criminal charges against a particular defendant. Grand juries are…

Controversial yet recurring: civil asset forfeiture seizures

04/25/2018
Hilder & Associates, P.C
White Collar Crimes

A Washington Post article from earlier this month spotlighted a recent change in criminal law in one state that in turn highlights trending activity elsewhere across the country. Not Texas, though. The Post piece noted a recently enacted Wisconsin…

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