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Federal Criminal Appeals Involving Financial Offenses

On June 6, 2018
criminal appeals, Federal Appeals, Wire Fraud

The former owner of an accounting firm in Munster, Indiana was sentenced in May of 2018 to eight years in federal prison for bank fraud as well as other offenses, including concealment of assets during bankruptcy, false tax return, and wire fraud. The defendant has already announced plans to appeal by filing the required notice […]

Understanding Pretrial Motions

On March 22, 2018
Criminal Defense, Federal Charges, pretrial motions

In a large number of federal criminal cases, the defendant either makes a plea agreement or proceeds to trial. In some cases, however, a criminal defense attorney can help to have charges removed before trial through the use of a motion to dismiss. As a result, the pretrial motion is a particularly helpful tool for […]

Four Reasons Why You can Appeal a Federal Criminal Case

On March 12, 2018
Federal Appeals, Federal Crimes

In many situations, courts hand down decisions knowing that they fail to address a person’s needs or rights. While some people might be left with options after receiving their sentence, other people identify grounds on which to appeal the decision to a higher court. While a number of people ultimately decide to appeal their sentence, […]

4 Important Facts About Asset Seizure

On February 28, 2018
asset seizure, Federal Crime

You might not be surprised to learn that your personal property can be seized by law enforcement if it is determined to be connected to the commission of a federal crime. Some of the cases that result in asset seizure include drug crimes, fraud, homicide, racketeering, white collar crimes, and vehicular crimes. Not only can […]

What is a Parallel Construction Investigation?

On February 21, 2018
Criminal Defense, Federal Crimes, parallel construction

A recent report issued by Human Rights Watch states that the federal government has begun using secret evidence to mount criminal cases. The technique for evidence collection is called “parallel construction” and involves federal law enforcement hiding classified or sensitive methods from a court of law due to the construction of parallel chains of construction. […]

Federal Theft Laws

On January 30, 2018
Criminal Defense, Federal Charges, federal theft, Theft By Taking

Theft refers to taking the property of another person without authorization. While most times, people who are charged with theft are convicted at the state level, theft charges are sometimes initiated against someone on the federal level. If you find yourself charged with theft, it is critical to obtain the assistance of a federal crimes […]

The Role of Habeas Corpus in Federal Cases

On December 6, 2017
Federal Charges, Georgia Habeas Petitions

An individual who is convicted in federal court can bring a habeas corpus action, but there are critical steps that must be followed to make sure that the motion is properly filed. Although it is often imperative to retain the assistance of skilled legal counsel if you are interested in filing a habeas corpus motion in […]

Will My Case be Tried in Federal or State Court?

On October 25, 2017
Federal Court, Federal Crime, state court

There are two kinds of courts that hear criminal cases – state courts and federal courts. While there is a great deal of variation between state and federal courts, federal courts are required to hear certain types of cases regardless of the state in which they are located. This article will discuss some of the […]

Five Reasons You do Not Want to Go to Federal Court Without a Lawyer

On October 16, 2017
Criminal Defense, criminal defense attorneys, Federal Court, federal trials

It is never a wise idea for a person to proceed with a case in federal court without the assistance of a skilled attorney. While representing one’s self in federal court without an attorney can appear to be an inexpensive and affordable method, there is a much lower chance that a person’s case will resolve […]

Why Am I Being Charged With Federal Hate Crimes?

On September 12, 2017
Criminal Defense, Federal Crimes, hate crime

The Federal Bureau of Investigation reports that there are many groups that are susceptible to hate crimes including African Americans, people with disabilities, homosexuals, and Jews. There have been over 7,800 federal hate crimes reported since 2008. These crimes impact not just individuals but also their property in the forms of vandalism and other types […]

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