Get the Help You Need to Fight Against Federal Criminal Charges

Get the Help You Need to Fight Against Federal Criminal Charges

It is never good to be charged with a crime but there are some crimes that are harder to face than others. If you have been charged with a federal crime then you are facing an even harder situation than others. Learn how an experienced criminal defense attorney can help you. Remember that you can request a free legal case evaluation by calling Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088.

Understanding Federal Crimes

Federal crimes are ones that involve the federal government, crimes that crossed state lines or happened in several states, and a few other types of crimes. For example, almost all white-collar crimes are federal court, and drug cases involving interstate or international trafficking are federal cases. Other federal crimes can include:

  • Bribery
  • Gun crimes
  • Extortion
  • Forgery
  • Federal drug charges
  • Embezzlement
  • Insurance fraud
  • Money laundering
  • Computer / cybercrimes
  • Counterfeiting
  • Healthcare fraud

These are just some examples – many other crimes can be tried in a federal court.

Drug Trafficking is One of the Most Common Federal Charges

Other than white-collar crimes, drug trafficking may be the most commonly charged federal crime. Federal law penalizes the sale, transportation, or illegal import of any controlled substance into the country. The punishment for this crime varies depending on what type of drug was involved, how much of the drug was in possession, the area of distribution, and whether or not minors were involved in the distribution or targeted for sales.

Illegal drugs are separated into schedules based on how serious the crime is. For example, cocaine is a Schedule II drug. If a person is convicted of a first drug trafficking offense for a Schedule II drug they will spend at least five years in prison if the quantity was more than 5 kilograms. If the amount was more than 280 grams, then the minimum penalty doubles to ten years.

Charges Involving Child Pornography Are Generally Federal Charges

It is against federal law to produce, possess, distribute, or receive child pornography. Anyone charged with selling or buying children for sexual exploitation will be sentenced to at least 30 years to life in prison if they are convicted. A person who is convicted of possessing, distributing, or receiving child pornography can face a maximum federal sentence of 20 years.

Choose an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to Help with Federal Charges

If you are facing federal charges and/or California state charges then you need an attorney on your side. When you choose Chambers Law Firm, you are choosing an attorney who has years of experience with both federal and state cases. Contact our offices now at 714-760-4088 for a free legal consultation.

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