Category: Federal Criminal Defense
Perjury is a serious criminal offense in Texas, and a conviction can carry lasting consequences. Did you know that you can be sentenced to jail time for perjury? Whether you’re involved in a civil case or a criminal proceeding, knowingly making a false statement under oath can lead to severe legal penalties. What Is Perjury…
If you’ve been accused of a crime, the jurisdiction matters. While most people are familiar with state laws and criminal justice systems, the federal system is different. These crimes violate the laws Congress passes and thus are prosecuted in a different court system. Federal criminal cases often carry more severe penalties than state crimes, including…
You may notice odd changes or events in your life that may indicate you’ve become the target of a criminal investigation. When you notice some signs that officials have opened a federal investigation into you, contact a federal criminal defense attorney to discuss your rights and options. A lawyer can discuss how to find out…
Being charged with federal drug crimes can result in harsh penalties and can negatively affect your family life, career, and ability to secure housing. If you’re facing these charges, a criminal defense attorney can develop solid defense strategies to protect your rights. Fight an Unlawful Search One of the most common defense strategies for federal…
Read an interview with Dallas criminal defense attorney Mick Mickelsen about his work on a high-profile federal environmental laboratory fraud case. Alongside other prominent Dallas defense attorneys, Mr. Mickelsen was able to obtain not guilty verdicts on all 79 counts in the multi-defendant case. Mr. Mickelsen has over twenty years of experience as a criminal…
Type: Blog Category: White Collar Crime Contributor: Mick Mickelsen – Dallas White Collar Criminal Defense Lawyer Contact: (214) 720-9552. Embezzlement is a form of financial fraud that involves using funds or other assets entrusted to you for a purpose other than intended by the owner of the assets. Embezzlement is a criminal offense under federal…
Getting a call notifying you that your husband or wife has been arrested and charged with a federal crime is a scary experience. You may have a lot of questions. Will this result in a conviction? What are your loved one’s rights? How can you help? If you find yourself in a situation where your…
Finding out that you’re the subject or target of a federal investigation can be an extremely scary experience. There are several federal agencies that carry out investigations, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). Additionally, there are many other agencies…
When a product or brand becomes popular, you can be certain copycats will follow. However, copying another product’s design or imitating a company’s logo can land you in hot legal water. According to reports, counterfeit goods make up a $461 billion global industry. In 2013, the Department of Homeland Security seized more than $1.7 billion…
Could the Patriot Act affect your criminal case? You’ve probably heard about this powerful federal tool that gives authorities the sweeping ability to engage in surveillance tactics, but most people only know of the Patriot Act from what they see on television. What they may not realize is that the Patriot Act often allows law…