Category Archives: Federal Criminal Law
WHAT IS A GEOFENCE SEARCH WARRANT?
Before a search warrant will issue, Fourth Amendment jurisprudence requires that it be supported by a probable cause affidavit—a sworn written statement that 1)…
REQUIREMENTS FOR A VALID FEDERAL GUILTY PLEA
While there are many legitimate complaints about overuse of guilty pleas in federal court, it remains the fact that roughly 98 percent of all…
How Federal Sentencing Enhancements Can Triple Your Prison Time
In the federal criminal justice system, sentencing enhancements can significantly increase the length of a defendant’s prison sentence. Sometimes, tripling the time served in…
Understanding Federal Sentencing Guidelines: What Defendants Need to Know
Charged with a federal crime in Houston can be terrifying and confusing. You're likely wondering what penalties you're facing and how to protect your…
Key Differences Between the Federal and State Criminal Process
Most people think they’re just dealing with the local district attorney when charged with a crime. But once the U.S. government gets involved, everything…
What Happens After Federal Authorities Arrest You?
Getting arrested by federal authorities is nothing like what you see on TV. It’s confusing, scary, and can leave you wondering what just happened—and…
Overview of Federal Conspiracy Charges
At John T. Floyd Law Firm, we understand that federal conspiracy charges can be overwhelming. While they might sound like something from a movie,…
Court Finds Fourth Amendment Applies to FISA Queries of U.S. Persons
In September 2011, Agron Hasbajrami, an Albania native and permanent U.S. resident living in Brooklyn, New York, was arrested at JFK airport as he…
Second Amendment Doesn’t Protect Suppressors
The U.S. Supreme Court has consistently ruled that the Second Amendment protects “the right of the people to keep and bear arms.” Many gun…
How to Manage a Federal Investigation
Federal investigations are among the most daunting legal challenges anyone can face. With agencies like the FBI, IRS, or DOJ involved, the stakes are…
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