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Airport Searches: When are they Legal? We all know that when we fly out from the airport, we have to have our luggage checked, and we’ll have to pose inside full-body scanners. Perhaps because of these measures, people may believe that their rights related to search and seizure do not apply in airports. Moreover, people…

What is a Target Letter? A target letter is a letter from a federal prosecutor informing you that you are the focus of a federal criminal investigation. It indicates that the government possesses substantial evidence linking you to a federal offense and is considering charging you. A target letter will contain key information for your…

Not Guilty on all counts! Our team won a jury trial in the Middle District of Georgia this month. The jury came back with NOT GUILTYs on all counts. Our client was charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute and Conspiracy to Possess with Intent to Distribute narcotics. He was facing a 10 year mandatory…

Charges for child pornography (also known as CSAM) can range from possession, receipt, distribution, manufacturing, or other related charges in both the state or federal courts. Under the various statutes, the material can include online files, videos, print materials, photos, and other online materials. There are multiple ways in which a person can find themselves…

This week, the U.S. Supreme Court will decide if law enforcement needs to be more specific in their applications for search warrants for phones. At issue this week specifically is whether law enforcement can use broad geofence warrants to gather information about an alleged crime. In the case before the Supreme Court, the issue is…

The recent conviction involving AI-generated obscene material of women and children highlights complex legal issues arising from the intersection of technology and criminal law. The Department of Justice is saying this is the first in the nation – a conviction of violating the new Take It Down Act. This new legislation, targeting AI-generated content, opens…

SEC Investigations Frequently Asked Quesetions I have received a subpoena from the SEC what do I do?  It is important to understand that when you receive a subpoena from the SEC it is most definitely not the beginning of an investigation, but it is the beginning of your knowledge that there is an investigation.  If…

Conaway & Strickler, PC recently tried a case in federal court that involved cryptocurrency investment fraud, money laundering, and wire fraud. Through the years, the firm has taken on an increasing number of cryptocurrency fraud cases as the popularity of digital currency continues to grow. We are well versed on defended anyone charged with the…

What is AI-Generated CSAM? Synthetic child sexual abuse material (CSAM) may not involve a camera or physical contact but it will depicts a child in a sexual context and thus is subject to regulation. Artificial intelligence is used to create realistic images or videos of children in sexual situations. Sometimes, these materials depict completely fabricated…

David Bradford, the former Chief Operating Officer of Drive Planning LLC (“Drive Planning”), pled guilty last month to conspiracy to commit wire fraud arising from a multi-year Ponzi investment fraud case that defrauded investors out of millions of dollars. A SEC complaint was also filed against Jacqueline and Russell Todd Burkhalter. The SEC complaint details…