Federal Crime Defense Trusted In Pennsylvania Since 1979
Those charged with a federal crime face a much more serious set of sentencing guidelines than typical charges, which could potentially result in a grave impact to your future. If you are staring down federal crime charges, it is critical that you have an attorney with the experience and understanding in federal court to confront the charges, navigate the federal justice system and fight on your behalf for the best possible outcome.
At the Law Offices of John J. Fioravanti Jr., our Bucks County federal crime defense lawyer has the depth of experience and legal knowledge to skillfully advocate on your behalf. The federal courts have unique sentencing guidelines that are significantly more serious than state crimes. We understand the nuances and intricacies of trying these cases and are prepared to fight to ensure that your rights are protected.
When State Crimes Become Federal Offenses
Many times, federal crimes involve illegal activity that has crossed state lines to other states or regions of the country. This can include:
- Types of internet crimes
- Drug manufacturing and distribution
- Child pornography
- Weapons and gun charges
- Conspiracy charges
- RICO
- Certain types of robbery
We will thoroughly investigate the circumstances of the charges, the allegations of the prosecutor and the manner in which law enforcement arrested you. We will deal with issues that may have impacted the allegedly illegal activities, including entrapment by law enforcement and issues of illegal search and seizure to ensure that your rights were not violated.
What Makes Federal Sentencing So Much More Severe Than State Charges?
Federal sentencing guidelines impose mandatory minimum sentences that eliminate judicial discretion. This means judges cannot reduce your sentence below the mandatory minimum regardless of circumstances. Federal crimes like drug trafficking, child pornography and weapons offenses carry mandatory minimums ranging from five years to life in prison. Federal parole was eliminated in 1987, so you serve nearly the entire sentence imposed. We fight aggressively to challenge federal charges before conviction because the consequences of a federal conviction are catastrophic and permanent.
What Should I Do If Federal Investigators Contact Me Or My Case Is Being Transferred To Federal Court?
Do not speak to federal investigators without an attorney present. Federal agents are skilled interrogators who will use anything you say to build their case against you. If your state case is being transferred to federal jurisdiction, time is critical.
We immediately begin investigating the federal government’s case, challenging their evidence and fighting to keep the case in state court when possible. Federal prosecutors have vast resources, but we have decades of federal court experience and know how to challenge their tactics and protect your rights throughout the process.
Count On Our Attorney To Fight For You
We will navigate the federal court system on your behalf, seeking to minimize charges, if possible, and fight for the outcome you deserve. We are highly experienced in this area of law and have been successful in many cases.
To ensure that you are fully protected by aggressive and skilled advocates, turn to the firm you can trust. To arrange a consultation, please contact our Doylestown, Pennsylvania, law firm by calling 1-215-348-9133 or by emailing us.