Grand Forks Criminal Law Blog

North Dakota parents and authorities usually expect teachers to uphold a certain level of conduct and professionalism with their students. Any suspected violation of these standards can lead to serious criminal consequences for those involved. A high school math teacher recently resigned her position after she was arrested for allegedly engaging in sex crimes with a student.

The 24-year-old former teacher was arrested on Jan. 22, 2019, after which she submitted her resignation. The arrest came only days after authorities were alerted to a potential inappropriate relationship between the math teacher and a 17-year-old male student. The student had allegedly been overheard telling someone that his math teacher could face serious consequences because she had sent him inappropriate pictures.

According to data gathered by Mothers Against Drunk Driving, approximately one in seven teens is a binge drinker, but only one in 100 parents knows.

It is not uncommon for students attending college near Grand Forks to succumb to temptations such as binge drinking with their peers, which can translate to underage drinking and driving.

Being charged with bribery can be overwhelming and confusing. In some cases, an individual might not even be certain why he or she was charged with bribery in the first place. These and other white collar crimes can be incredibly nuanced, so having a better understanding of the charges can help defendants craft the best possible criminal defense plan.

Authorities in North Dakota usually file bribery charges when they believe they have evidence that indicates a person has attempted to influence or alter a public or government employee or official through certain means. Although this is often understood in the context of offering money for favorable treatment, cash is not always involved. In some instances, bribery might involve a person offering a gift or favor.

You already understand that there are significant potential consequences for alleged crimes involving drugs, weapons or violence. But what about white collar crimes? Like many other people in North Dakota, you may not think of these as serious criminal matters. However, like other criminal charges, white collar crimes can lead to lengthy prison sentences, steep fines and a criminal record that will follow you for years to come. 

White collar crime is an umbrella term under which multiple criminal allegations fall. In general, these types of crimes typically involve illegal commercial practices, theft and elements of dishonesty usually -- although not always -- with another person's or company's money. Common white collar crimes include but are not limited to: 

• Embezzlement 
• Extortion 
• Identity theft 
• Money laundering 
• Pyramid schemes 
• Fraud