What the Best Federal Lawyers Have in Common

What the Best Federal Lawyers Have in Common

  • On April 5, 2019
Commonalities of Successful Federal Lawyers There are a number of traits that the best federal lawyers share, including intelligence, excellent people skills, experience, and the ability to effectively communicate in writing. There are a number of other skills that are common among federal lawyers, however, that many people fail to consider when choosing a lawyer […]
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What Does Pre-Trial Release Mean?

What Does Pre-Trial Release Mean?

  • On April 1, 2019
  • Bail, Federal Criminal Defense, pre-trial release
Similar to state court judges, federal magistrate judges are responsible for deciding at an initial appearance whether an individual who is charged with a crime will remain in custody or is capable of leaving on a bond. Because pre-trial release requirements can be particularly strict, to navigate these matters, it is often critical to obtain […]
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What is the First Offender Program?

What is the First Offender Program?

  • On March 31, 2019
  • Federal Criminal Defense, first offender program
Understanding the First Offender Program Following a first arrest, it is common to end up experiencing a number of emotions such as confusion and fear. Because most people think that they will never end up facing criminal charges, it is often bewildering to be charged with a criminal offense for the first time. Continue reading […]
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Pretrial Services That are Crucial for Your Case

Pretrial Services That are Crucial for Your Case

  • On February 1, 2019
  • criminal defense attorneys, Federal Criminal Cases, pretrial, pretrial services
While some people are not familiar with them, pretrial service programs refer to procedures in the United States used to prepare cases for court trial. The state of Georgia, like many other states, offers pretrial service programs at a county level. The United States federal courts also operate pretrial services in each one of the […]
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Common Federal Crimes & How to Respond to Charges

Common Federal Crimes & How to Respond to Charges

  • On January 1, 2019
  • Federal Charges, Federal Criminal Defense
Common Federal Crimes & Charges People throughout Georgia are at risk of being charged with a variety of federal crimes. Each of these charges can result in serious penalties, which is why any criminal charges must be met with the strongest defense possible, with the help of a criminal defense attorney. The following takes a […]
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What the RICO Statute Means

What the RICO Statute Means

  • On November 29, 2018
  • organized crime, racketeering, RICO
The Purpose of The RICO Statute The RICO statute, or the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization Act, was designed by the federal government as a measure to fight against organized crime in the United States. Being convicted of violating RICO can result in serious penalties. People who face RICO charges often benefit from obtaining the […]
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Key Differences Between a Federal Felony and State Felony

Key Differences Between a Federal Felony and State Felony

  • On November 16, 2018
  • Federal Crimes, Felony Charge, Georgia State Crime Charges
Key Components of  Federal Felony and State Felony Charges While some criminal offenses are classified as misdemeanors, others are classified as felonies. A person can also be charged with either state or federal felonies, which have some distinct differences. If you end up facing either a federal felony indictment or state felony charges, you should […]
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New Jersey Federal Court Limits Constitutional Right to Bail

New Jersey Federal Court Limits Constitutional Right to Bail

  • On August 10, 2018
  • Bail, bond, Federal Appeals
Understanding Bail Laws In New Jersey In July of 2018, a federal appellate court in New Jersey ruled that criminal defendants do not have a constitutional right that guarantees the choice to pay a cash bail so that they can be released prior to a trial. This decision defies New Jersey’s recent bail reforms, which […]
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Washington DC Court of Appeals Decides Insufficient Evidence Case

Washington DC Court of Appeals Decides Insufficient Evidence Case

  • On August 5, 2018
  • Federal Appeals, mandatory minimums, Money Laundering
Insufficient Evidence In Appeals Case An appellate case was recently heard by the Washington DC Court of Appeals, which was initiated by two defendants who had been convicted of possession with intent to distribute heroin and a third individual who was convicted of conspiracy to launder money. This case represents an example of cases involving […]
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Supreme Court Issues Influential Native American Jurisdiction Case

Supreme Court Issues Influential Native American Jurisdiction Case

  • On June 20, 2018
  • federal law, jurisdiction, tribal law, tribal sovereignty
Supreme Court Hears Native American Jurisdiction Case In May of 2018, the United States Supreme Court decided to hear a case about Native American territory and a murder in 1999, which could significantly affect issues involving tribal sovereignty and state legal authority. How this case is decided will have a significant impact on where criminal […]
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