Kentucky Horse Industry Legal Issues: Fraud and Criminal Liability Kentucky is the undisputed capital of the thoroughbred horse industry. With world-famous farms in the Lexington Bluegrass region, Churchill Downs in Louisville, Keeneland Race Course, and billions of dollars in annual economic activity, the horse industry is central to the Commonwealth’s identity and economy. But where … Read more
Tax Season Fraud: When the IRS Comes Calling in Kentucky Tax season in Kentucky brings with it the uncomfortable reality that filing errors, aggressive deductions, and intentional misrepresentations can trigger criminal investigations by the Internal Revenue Service and the Kentucky Department of Revenue. Whether you are a small business owner in Lexington, a professional in … Read more
Using Kentucky Open Records in Criminal Defense Kentucky’s Open Records Act (KRS 61.870 through 61.884) is a powerful tool that can be used in criminal defense to obtain information that law enforcement and other government agencies might not voluntarily disclose. The Open Records Act gives the public the right to inspect and copy public records … Read more
Kentucky Cybercrime and Online Criminal Charges As technology becomes increasingly central to daily life, cybercrime prosecutions in Kentucky have surged. From identity theft and online fraud to computer hacking and cyberstalking, criminal charges involving digital conduct carry severe penalties and require defense attorneys who understand both criminal law and technology. Clark + Harris provides experienced … Read more
Kentucky Casino and Gambling Crimes Kentucky’s relationship with gambling is complex and evolving. While the Commonwealth has long been home to world-famous horse racing and its associated pari-mutuel wagering, other forms of gambling have historically been restricted. The legalization of sports betting and the expansion of historical horse racing (HHR) machines have created new legal … Read more
Kentucky Agricultural Crimes: Hemp, Marijuana, and Farm Fraud Kentucky’s agricultural heritage runs deep, and farming remains central to the Commonwealth’s economy and identity. But agriculture in Kentucky also intersects with criminal law in ways that can ensnare farmers, landowners, and agricultural workers. From the blurred lines between legal hemp and illegal marijuana to fraud schemes … Read more