Some acts are illegal under both state and Federal law, and others are exclusive to Federal law. When you are accused of violating Federal law, you can face a Federal Indictment that an Assistant United States Attorney files against you in Federal court. Due to the unique nature of Federal criminal Prosecutions, contacting a Boca Raton Federal criminal Lawyer may be vital to a productive and successful defense to the charges.

Federal criminal Prosecutions could involve various crimes, including drug crimes, white-collar crimes, terroristic acts, fraud, racketeering and bank robbery. Generally, the penalties for Federal crimes may be harsher than those prosecuted in State court.

If you have been formally accused of committing a Federal offense, be sure to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced Attorneys at Leifert & Leifert today.

Facing Criminal Charges in Federal Court

Individuals often become aware of Federal criminal investigations only after they have received a Federal subpoena or agents have visited their homes and businesses to question them or execute search warrants. However, in many cases, these investigatory techniques may come long before an arrest or formal criminal charge ever occurs. Nonetheless, these incidents may persuade individuals to consult with a Boca Raton Federal criminal Lawyer right away.

Many government agencies can be involved in the investigation and Prosecution of Federal crimes, including the Department of Justice, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the IRS, and the SEC, to name a few. In many cases, an investigation may go on for months and even years before U.S. Attorneys ever file charges in Federal court. As a result, when individuals face arrests on Federal criminal charges, they may be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of the evidence supporting the charges against them.

Some Federal crimes, especially those classified as white-collar crimes, also involve an extensive amount of paperwork, documentation, and records. Attempting to wade through a large amount of evidence often present in federal criminal cases may be impossible without the assistance of a Boca Raton Federal Attorney.

White-Collar Crimes Under Federal Law

White-collar crimes often are prosecuted in Federal court because they impact interstate commerce or people in multiple states. These crimes also may involve violation of Federal regulations concerning banking, healthcare, investments, and more. While many state laws criminalize these white-collar offenses, as well, Federal Prosecution often is necessary due to the Federal laws allegedly involved in the crime.

Some common examples of white-collar crimes that may lead to Federal Prosecution can include:

  • Business and securities fraud
  • Tax evasion and antitrust violations
  • Healthcare fraud and other regulatory offenses involving Federal programs
  • Fraud in government contracts

Mail fraud and wire fraud also can accompany many of these white-collar crime charges, which can only make matters worse. Getting legal assistance in this situation may be the best way to fight back against the charges and minimize your exposure to a Federal prison sentence.

Federal Drug Charges and Offenses in Boca Raton

Drug offense Prosecutions occur routinely under both state and Federal law. However, Federal Prosecution is more likely concerning drug crimes when they involve large-scale drug trafficking schemes or multistate drug operations. When drugs cross state borders or come into the country illegally, Federal drug charges are likely to ensue.

Federal prosecutors often add other criminal charges to make the potential penalties for drug crimes even more severe. For instance, Federal authorities regularly prosecute drug trafficking under RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act). RICO permits not only makes criminal penalties for drug charges harsher but also allows a civil remedy for acts performed as part of the ongoing criminal organization.

A Boca Raton Federal Criminal Attorney May Be Able to Help

In many cases, Federal prosecutors file multiple charges in an attempt to get a quick guilty plea. However, before giving up and pleading guilty, you owe it yourself and to your family to have a Boca Raton Federal criminal Lawyer at Leifert & Leifert examine your case. You may be entitled to defenses in your case that could substantially reduce the charges and penalties against you. At the very least, we can often negotiate a more favorable disposition ( result ) for you when we are able to advocate on your behalf.

By working with legal counsel, you would likely be in a better position to defend yourself against the risk of lengthy Federal prison sentences and thousands in fines. Getting legal advice in this situation may be the best way to handle your defense.

Fort Lauderdale 3rd Avenue
  • Fort Lauderdale
  • 1213 SE 3rd Avenue
    Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33316
  • Palm Beach Gardens
  • 800 Village Square Crossing
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
  • Wellington
  • 12230 Forest Hill Blvd
    Wellington, FL 33414
  • Ft Lauderdale
  • 6550 N. Federal Highway
    Suite #220
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
  • West Palm Beach
  • 2101 Vista Parkway
    #1006
    West Palm Beach, FL 33411
  • Delray Beach
  • 2160 W Atlantic Ave
    2nd Floor
    Delray Beach, FL 33445
  • Plantation
  • 1200 S Pine Island Rd
    #220
    Plantation, FL 33324
  • Boca Raton
  • 10055 Yamato Road
    Suite 509
    Boca Raton, FL 33498
  • Boca Raton
  • 10055 Yamato Road
    Suite 509
    Boca Raton, FL 33498