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Federal Charges for Marijuana Use

Posted by Elizabeth Brandenburg
On April 9, 2025
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criminal defense attorneys, Drug Crime, marijuana laws

When Attorney General Sessions began advocating for more rigorous enforcement of marijuana use, federal prosecution began to enforce cases involving marijuana use much more strictly. This shift occurred when Attorney General Sessions rescinded the Obama-era memo that allowed federal prosecution in states where marijuana is legal. In states where recreational use of marijuana is still […]

Reasons to Appeal a Criminal Case

Posted by Marcia Shein
On July 18, 2019
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Alabama Criminal Appeals, criminal defense attorneys

Receiving a criminal conviction is not always the end of the road. While it might seem like it is, a criminal conviction often begins the process of deciding how to create a successful appeal, which involves questioning a court’s legal basis for making a decision. There are a number of ways in which an appeal can […]

What are My Post-Conviction Decision Options?

Posted by Marcia Shein
On June 12, 2019
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criminal defense attorneys, Federal Appeals, Federal Criminal Appeals

Post-Conviction Decision Options Being convicted of a federal offense is an overwhelming event. Many people are understandably uncertain about how to proceed. In many cases, filing an appeal is one of the first steps to take in responding to the conviction, but it is certainly not a person’s only option. Continue reading to learn what […]

How to Fight a Felony Charge

Posted by Marcia Shein
On April 23, 2019
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criminal defense attorneys, Felony Cases

Battling a Felony Charge A felony is a very serious criminal charge, and the resulting penalties can be severe. If you are convicted of a felony, you face very serious consequences including large fines, imprisonment, and social stigma that can last the rest of your life. To reduce your chances of facing these challenges, you […]

The Best Way to Get Your Case Dismissed

Posted by Marcia Shein
On February 28, 2019
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Criminal Charges Dismissed, criminal defense attorneys

Ways to Get Your Case Dismissed You might be surprised to learn that not every defendant who is charged with a crime will end up in a trial or accepting a plea. Instead, some cases end up dismissed by either a court of law or the prosecution. One of the first steps that many criminal defense […]

Pretrial Services That are Crucial for Your Case

Posted by Marcia Shein
On February 1, 2019
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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 […]

Common Conspiracy Charges and How to Fight Them

Posted by Marcia Shein
On January 29, 2019
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criminal defense attorneys, Federal Conspiracy Law

Understanding Conspiracy Charges Conspiracy charges are particularly difficult to defend in court. In many situations, federal conspiracy charges are added to a person’s record to increase the severity of the potential penalties a person faces. Often, federal conspiracy charges greatly increase the fines or prison terms of convicted individuals. It can be helpful to understand […]

The Basics of Money Laundering Cases

Posted by Marcia Shein
On December 15, 2018
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criminal defense attorneys, Money Laundering

Federal law (located at 18 U.S.C. 1956) prohibits the act of money laundering. This law was initially created as a method to prosecute various types of criminal activity, including drug trafficking. If you or a loved one is charged with money laundering, the resulting penalties can be particularly serious. One of the best ways to […]

How to Respond to Felony Charges

Posted by Marcia Shein
On November 26, 2018
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criminal defense attorneys, Felony Cases, Felony Charge

Four Tips for Responding to Felony Charges No matter the type of felony charges you face, you should take your charges seriously. A conviction for a felony offense can lead to severe penalties including fines, imprisonment, and more. To respond to these charges, it is often a wise idea to obtain the assistance of an […]

What Does a Federal Indictment Mean?

Posted by Marcia Shein
On October 12, 2018
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criminal defense attorneys, Federal Indictment, Indictment

An indictment is a type of formal accusation against one or more defendants that charges the individuals with one or more offenses. In federal courts of law, the prosecution relies on the indictment as the primary method to initiate criminal cases. If you find yourself faced with a federal indictment, contact a seasoned defense attorney. […]

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