federal crimes

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.