If you’ve been charged with a federal crime then your first move needs to be contacting a criminal defense attorney. There may be other options, but you’ll find that Chambers Law Firm is the firm to call. Read on to learn more about federal criminal charges and then reach out to our offices at 714-760-4088 for a consultation.
The difference between federal and state crimes
The simplest way to explain it is to say that federal crimes are those crimes that are prosecuted in response to federal law. Your local district attorney prosecutes state crimes, but the U.S. Attorney prosecutes federal charges. A state court handles the majority of issues that are considered to be concerns of the state. For example, real estate, family law, and traffic violations. On the other hand, a federal court will have jurisdiction when federal laws are involved and / or when a case covers more than one state.
Examples of federal crimes
Most white-collar crimes are federal crimes. Any matter that involves either interstate or international commerce, such as a charge of drug trafficking, wire fraud, or racketeering that crosses state lines would be a federal crime. Other federal crimes include gun crimes, bribery, federal drug charges, extortion, fraud involving insurance and / or healthcare, money laundering, cybercrimes, and forgery.
Your federal case requires an attorney experienced in federal courts
There are many ways in which state and federal laws overlap. For example, specific crimes and the strategies for defending against them are similar in both California state courts and federal courts. That said, you do still need an attorney who’s experienced not just in criminal defense but in defending clients in federal courts.
Why? It’s simple: The experience of working with clients against federal prosecutors, and within federal court, are very different compared to state law. Even though most of the legal rules and arguments will be identical, you need an attorney who understands the unique steps and procedures involved in federal court. The federal prosecutors also have a different level of experience and a different mentality than most state prosecutors. Finally, note that not all attorneys are even licensed to work on federal cases.
Your free case evaluation is just a phone call away
If you’ve been accused of or charged with any type of federal crime then you need to immediately reach out to an attorney. A conviction could result in years in federal prison, huge fines, and further limits to your freedom. This is not something to leave up to chance. This is something you must act on immediately.
Even if there is a wealth of evidence against you, never plead guilty without talking to an attorney first. When you contact Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088, we can work with the federal prosecutor to try and find the best possible outcome for you. Reach out to us today and request your free case evaluation.
