If you have been charged with a federal crime, you may feel hopeless, like your case is already over. However, I believe that everyone charged with a crime deserves a fearless defender. I have dedicated my career to fierce advocacy and have helped countless clients reclaim their lives after accusations of a federal crime.
Title 18 is the comprehensive penal code for all federal crimes. According to the code, federal courts have jurisdiction over all criminal cases that occur on federal property, by or against federal employees, and crimes that cross state or international borders. When investigating possible federal crimes, local law enforcement does not have jurisdiction. Only federal officials and investigative agencies can handle the investigation.
If you are charged with a federal crime, this means a federal law enforcement agency is filing charges against you. This is a much more serious matter than facing any type of state-level prosecution, and you could be remanded to federal custody while you await your trial. Your Miami federal defense attorney is the best resource to consult when it comes to formulating an effective defense against the charges you face.
Some of the most commonly prosecuted federal crimes include bankruptcy fraud, counterfeiting and forgery, drug-related crimes, public corruption, environmental offenses, fugitives, human trafficking, tax fraud, terrorism, wire fraud, Social Security violations, wildlife violations, embezzlement or theft from the government, postal service offenses, money laundering, computer and email intrusion, civil rights, and immigration fraud and deportation.
The Fifth Amendment of the US Constitution also includes a clause pertaining to “double jeopardy,” preventing a defendant in federal criminal court from facing prosecution for the same offense twice. Double jeopardy can be confusing without experienced defense counsel guiding you, and your attorney will advise you as to how this legal statute could apply in your impending case.
Some of the most commonly prosecuted federal crimes include bankruptcy fraud, counterfeiting and forgery, drug-related crimes, public corruption, environmental offenses, fugitives, human trafficking, tax fraud, terrorism, wire fraud, Social Security violations, wildlife violations, embezzlement or theft from the government, postal service offenses, money laundering, computer and email intrusion, civil rights, and immigration fraud and deportation.
The Fifth Amendment of the US Constitution also includes a clause pertaining to “double jeopardy,” preventing a defendant in federal criminal court from facing prosecution for the same offense twice. Double jeopardy can be confusing without experienced defense counsel guiding you, and your attorney will advise you as to how this legal statute could apply in your impending case.
Federal crimes are sentenced differently than other crimes. Instead of the district attorney filing charges, federal charges are filed by the United States Attorneys and federal judges appointed by the President and Attorney General. Also, all crimes are divided into felonies and misdemeanors and federal felonies are further divided into five categories: A, B, C, D, and E. Class A crimes are the worst while class E felonies are the least serious. Class A felonies are punishable by a maximum sentence of life in prison and a $250,000 fine.
Federal crimes are charged in federal courts run by elected judges and are punishable by time in a federally-run prison. Facing any criminal court is complicated enough, but federal courts play by different rules entirely. If you are facing federal charges, you must employ an experienced Miami federal criminal defense lawyer. Besides aiding women, children, and members of the Muslim population, I have extensive experience handling federal cases and acting as a leader among my peers. My experience as a former public defender gives me insight into the criminal justice system and had garnered me a reputation for excellence.
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