Year: 2024
Drones and the Fourth Amendment: A Bird’s Eye View
October 15, 2024
by Ashley Adams and Chase Wortham The Scottsdale Police Department’s recent decision to deploy drones in response to crime scenes marks a significant shift in law enforcement tactics, utilizing technology to enhance public safety. Drones offer several advantages, including rapid response times, the ability to survey large areas quickly, and the potential to capture critical evidence in real-time. This approach can increase police efficiency, as…
Cryptocurrency Scams in 2024
July 1, 2024
Cryptocurrency is a form of digital currency existing only electronically and stored in a digital wallet, usually protected by a password. Cryptocurrency and traditional currency are different because cryptocurrency values are constantly fluctuating, and cryptocurrency is not insured by any government. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has cited three reasons why they believe cryptocurrency appeals to scammers: 1. Cryptocurrency transfers are non-reversible. 2. There is…
DOJ’s White Collar Crime Priorities for 2024
April 2, 2024
At the American Bar Association’s 39th National Institute on White Collar Crime, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco addressed the DOJ’s priorities for this year. These priorities are: Continuing to execute DOJ’s core strategies. Instituting a carrot-and-sticks approach to incentivize reporting wrongdoing. Designing and implementing a whistleblower rewards program. Addressing the rise of AI. The DOJ is continuing to execute its core strategies: investing significant resources…
