Federal Crimes

Michigan Federal Crimes Attorney

Being charged with a federal crime is one of the most stressful legal situations an individual can face. Unlike offenses at the state or local level, there is very little if any leniency from law enforcement at the federal level. When an individual is being investigated by federal agencies such as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) or the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), their life is usually turned upside down, with potentially life altering legal consequences.

Working with a federal crimes attorney is critical for individuals who find themselves in these situations. Not only will an attorney be able to advise individuals on how to best handle interactions with law enforcement, but they also will be able to formulate an effective defense strategy to ensure the best legal outcome. If you are facing federal charges, please contact one of our experienced criminal defense attorneys today.

Common Federal Crimes

There are a nearly endless amount of offenses in United States Code, dating back to its first official publication in 1926. Because of this, it is nearly impossible to describe all of the offenses included under its 54 titles at once. However, there are several common crimes that comprise the majority of offenses seen in Michigan federal courts, as listed below.

Fraud

When an individual is accused of defrauding the federal government, or defrauding another individual in a manner that is applicable to federal law, then they can be charged with fraud at the federal level. Because there are no two fraud cases that are alike, each case will require a unique defense strategy to ensure the best legal outcome for the defendant. Some of the most common types of federal fraud cases involve tax fraud, welfare fraud, healthcare fraud, social security fraud, bank fraud, mortgage fraud, mail fraud or wire fraud.

White Collar Federal Offenses

Federal level white collar crimes typically involve professionals and businesspeople who are misappropriating money. Because these crimes are nonviolent, they are often not viewed by the public as seriously as other crimes. However, federal prosecutors will typically pursue these cases with much more vigor than other more traditional crimes. In all of these cases, there is a distinct possibility for a conviction to result in a prison sentence, which when combined with the complex nature of white collar cases necessitates the assistance of a defense attorney specializing in white collar crimes to ensure the best legal outcome. The most common types of white collar crimes seen in Michigan federal courts are conspiracy charges, embezzlement, forgery, racketeering, money laundering, bribery, falsifying business records, or securities violations.

Drug Trafficking

Charges for drug crimes come in all different levels, ranging from local and state level offenses to federal charges for the most gevious drug offenses. Typically it becomes federal when it involves the trafficking of drugs across state lines, especially when large amounts are involved. When the federal government becomes involved in drug cases, things become very serious and it is vital that defendants have competent legal counsel on their side if they want to have any hope of a positive outcome.

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