Being charged with a federal crime can lead to an even more involved and lengthy process than typical state-level cases, so finding an attorney with plenty of experience handling this type of case is necessary. Here are some of the most important things to know about the main characteristics of federal crimes and why choosing the right federal criminal defense attorney is such an important step in preparing a strong defense.

Common Federal Criminal Charges

Federal criminal charges typically involve federal laws, and certain crimes that involve more than one state may also be considered federal because no single state has the full authority to handle them. Some common charges that fall into this category include:

• Immigration crimes
• Healthcare or other insurance fraud
• Tax fraud
• Large-scale embezzlement
• Kidnapping
• Federal gun crimes

Strategies for Effective Federal Criminal Defense

Effective federal criminal defense often requires even more strategic decisions than cases at the state or local level. Our team will work with you to dig deeply into every detail of your case to determine the best possible defense strategies for your unique situation. While every case, court, and trial are different, some of the main strategies we apply to the majority of our cases include:

• Considering as many details of your side of the story as you are able to provide can help us craft a stronger argument in your favor and search for possible holes in the prosecutor’s argument that may be used to sway decisions in your favor.
• Gathering as many witnesses in your favor as possible, determining why they are credible, and determining why the prosecution’s witnesses may not be credible.
• Carefully reading police reports and other documents to identify potential errors, misleading statements, or other credibility concerns.
• Considering details of the specific charges against you to determine exactly what these charges need to prove.
• Considering the history of the prosecutor and judge and crafting arguments based on the strategies they are most likely to use.

Why Should I Hire a Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer?

Putting plenty of research into selecting an experienced federal criminal defense lawyer is a must when navigating the complex procedures that typically make up cases at the federal level. While any Florida lawyer will be able to provide some assistance, those who focus primarily on more familiar state-level cases and have little experience handling federal cases are unlikely to have enough knowledge of the differences between these types of cases to leverage specific elements of federal laws and proceedings to draft the best possible argument in your favor.

A criminal defense attorney specializing in federal crimes will also be able to more successfully navigate the longer and potentially more high-profile proceedings associated with federal cases. Smaller-scale attorneys who prioritize taking on more clients may be less committed to managing especially complex cases for as long as it takes to obtain the best possible outcomes.

Have You Been Charged With a Federal Crime? Contact Piotrowski Law to Learn More About What Your Next Steps Should Look Like

At Piotrowski Law, our team’s vast experience handling both state and federal cases has given us an in-depth understanding of what sets federal laws and procedures apart from what you might expect from a state-level court and how to most successfully navigate these differences to negotiate a fair outcome. While the details that make up every case are different, choosing us is important in ensuring that you will be represented by one of the most experienced and dedicated legal teams in the Jacksonville area. Contact us today to learn more about our expertise or to start your free case evaluation.

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