Category: Federal Criminal Defense
Do you know your rights? As a citizen, resident or visitor to the United States, you have certain rights under federal law. While most people learn about the Constitution and the Bill of Rights in school, it’s always good to refresh your memory when it comes to understanding your legal rights under the law. The…
There are distinct differences between state and federal crimes and how they’re handled in the courts. Here’s what you need to know about the differences. Facing charges of any kind can be a worrisome time. You’re naturally worried about your future and the criminal process, including the trial and the potential consequence if found guilty….
Since GoFundMe was founded in 2010, people have used it to crowdfund for a variety of reasons. In some cases, the site allows people to quickly spread the word about charitable causes, which allows people from across the country to donate money and help someone in need. However, crowdfunding isn’t also motivated by altruism. In…
The right to remain silent is something most people are familiar with, regardless of whether they’ve ever had an encounter with the police. The right might seem quite straightforward, but it can be a lot more complicated than you might realize. If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges and were not advised…
The crime of drug trafficking is becoming increasingly sophisticated, a fact illustrated by the recent sentencing of a French dealer en route to Texas who set up an elaborate online trafficking scheme on the dark web. French international drug dealer Gal Vallerius was recently sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for drug trafficking. He…
Immigration is always a hot-button political issue, now so more than ever. People have very strong opinions on immigration, especially in border states like Texas. Unfortunately, the immigration debate can often result in a great deal of misinformation and confusion about the nuts and bolts of how the law works surrounding entry and reentry into…
Once someone has been convicted of a crime by a judge or jury, his or her case moves on to the sentencing stage. In the event an individual accepts a plea bargain, they will also go through the sentencing process. An individual is also sentenced if they take a plea bargain from the prosecutor. Most…
Federal conspiracy charges are tough to defend. Learn about the charges and how to prepare the best defense. Federal prosecutors are often faced with the challenge of presenting difficult cases. One of their favorite tools to help seal a win and maximize sentencing is by adding federal conspiracy charges to the mix. Federal conspiracy is…
White collar crimes may not cause physical harm to victims like crimes of violence but they often attract tough sentences. Late last month, a former Texas state senator was sentenced to 12 years in a federal prison over his involvement in a Ponzi scheme. Sen. Carlos Uresti was contrite when he appeared before a federal…
Don’t leave your future and your freedom to chance by entrusting your case to just anyone. It is in your best interest to work with an experienced federal defense lawyer. Getting arrested on a drug-related charge can be a confusing experience. One of the first questions people tend to ask is whether their drug case…