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In 2023, tricksters hit a new low, preying on folks behind bars and their families, pulling off nasty tricks like stealing identities and running a sneaky scheme dubbed “the home confinement scam.” As per the warning posted by the Acting Attorney General of Pennsylvania: There are several variations of this scam and it is not … Read more
In the dynamic environment of jails and prisons, providing inmates with magazines serves as a crucial boost for education and personal development. Access to these publications is not merely a perk; it’s a crucial lifeline that keeps those incarcerated informed, intellectually stimulated, and more connected to the outside world. The opportunity to read these materials … Read more
Changpeng Zhao, commonly known as CZ, is the founder and former CEO of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. In November 2023, Zhao acknowledged violating the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) because he failed to implement a strong anti-money laundering program at Binance. This admission was part of a broader legal scenario that involved multiple charges … Read more
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Elizabeth Holmes, formerly a lauded biotech entrepreneur and founder of the ill-fated blood-testing startup Theranos, was once named the youngest self-made female billionaire by Forbes in 2015. However, her situation took a sharp downturn by 2018 when she was indicted for fraud after it was discovered that Holmes had garnered $700 million from investors by … Read more
Jen Shah, a prominent personality in U.S. reality television, rose to fame through her part in The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. In 2021, she came under legal scrutiny and was charged with wire fraud and money laundering offenses. Shah pled guilty to these allegations in 2022, resulting in a prison sentence of six … Read more
Sam Bankman-Fried, often referred to as SBF, is a notable figure in the cryptocurrency community and the former CEO of FTX, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange that went under in 2022. His rapid rise to wealth and prominence in the cryptocurrency world was nothing short of astonishing. However, Bankman-Fried’s reputation was severely tarnished when FTX went … Read more
If you’re at risk of a federal prison sentence, an effective strategy to aid your situation is to clearly illustrate your identity beyond the offense you’re alleged to have committed. As the prosecution works on constructing their argument and portraying you in a certain light, remember you possess the right to present your own narrative … Read more
Dive into the heart of the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP) guided by the Bureau of Prisons. This is not just any program; it’s a life-changer for inmates struggling with addiction. Picture this: nine months of intense, brain-reworking sessions in a cozy Bureau of Prisons home. It’s all about turning over a new leaf through … Read more
Navigating life post-incarceration can appear to be an intimidating journey riddled with unknowns. Yet, as numerous individuals affected by the justice system have experienced, the path to achievement upon leaving prison, as you reconstruct and reshape your identity, can lead to extraordinary, fulfilling, and significant accomplishments. The stories featured here are testaments to the strength … Read more