Federal White-Collar Crimes Criminal Defense Lawyers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Conviction rates in federal courts in Philadelphia and New Jersey for white-collar crimes such as bank fraud, bribery, embezzlement, making false statements to government agencies, civil rights violations, healthcare fraud (including Medicare & Medicaid fraud and abuse), securities fraud (including insider trading), and tax fraud & evasion are higher than in state courts and often involve harsher penalties. In addition, the federal system no longer has parole, so if you convicted and sentenced to federal prison, you will have to serve your entire sentence.
It’s not unusual for a person found not guilty in a state court to end up facing a federal charge. Because the state and federal systems have dual sovereignty, you could end up being tried twice.
The federal government and its investigative agencies use every available tool to convict. Most cases are well documented and the US Attorneys are well trained and prepared. To defend you in federal court requires a combination of determination and experience with the federal court system. It’s crucial that your attorney is familiar with the federal rules of evidence as well as the sentencing guidelines. Often, much of the case will involve the use and negotiation of these guidelines. The guidelines are complicated and often require mandatory sentences.
Our firm’s proven approach to successful defense against federal white collar crimes such as securities fraud, Medicare fraud and civil rights violations begins with the implementation of a defense strategy unique to the proper defense of federal crimes. Developing a successful defense to drug crimes requires a three-fold approach. This approach is designed to bring an intense challenge against your accusers. They are:
These three vital components form the fabric a successful defense for you. Federal charges are serious allegations and we take them seriously.
If you’ve been charged with a federal crime in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, call Pennsylvania Criminal Defense, Inc. toll-free at (866) 535-2378. Speak with a federal crime defense attorney in Philadelphia today. We offer a free initial consultation. Emergencies are handled 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
