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What is the difference between a target, a subject, and a witness in a federal investigation?
What is the difference between a target, a subject, and a witness in a federal investigation?
- A target is someone who is being investigated but not yet suspected of committing a crime, a subject is someone who has information relevant to the investigation, and a witness is someone who is suspected of committing a crime.
- A target is someone who is suspected of committing a crime, a subject is someone who is being investigated but not yet suspected of committing a crime, and a witness is someone who has information relevant to the investigation. (correct)
- A target is someone who has already been convicted of a crime, a subject is someone who is suspected of committing a crime, and a witness is someone who has information relevant to the investigation.
- A target is someone who has information relevant to the investigation, a subject is someone who is suspected of committing a crime, and a witness is someone who is being investigated but not yet suspected of committing a crime.
What can you do if you suspect your potential business partner has questionable practices?
What can you do if you suspect your potential business partner has questionable practices?
- Confront your potential partner directly, accusing them of wrongdoing without any evidence.
- Report your suspicions to law enforcement immediately, even if you don't have any concrete evidence.
- Conduct your own due diligence, consult with a lawyer or other trusted advisor, and consider walking away from the partnership if you have concerns. (correct)
- Ignore your suspicions and proceed with the partnership anyway, hoping for the best.
When do you have the right to remain silent when talking with law enforcement?
When do you have the right to remain silent when talking with law enforcement?
- You only have the right to remain silent if you are a suspect in a crime.
- You only have the right to remain silent if you have already been read your Miranda rights.
- You have the right to remain silent at any time, even if you have already started answering questions. (correct)
- You only have the right to remain silent if you have been arrested.
What is a grand jury subpoena?
What is a grand jury subpoena?
What are the penalties for fraud in federal court?
What are the penalties for fraud in federal court?
How do I minimize the risk of becoming the target of attention from law enforcement?
How do I minimize the risk of becoming the target of attention from law enforcement?
If you receive a visit from federal agents, what should you do?
If you receive a visit from federal agents, what should you do?
Why is law enforcement interested in the blockchain and cryptocurrency?
Why is law enforcement interested in the blockchain and cryptocurrency?
When should you call a lawyer?
When should you call a lawyer?