Category Archives: Federal Criminal Law
How Do Federal Crimes Differ From Texas State Crimes?
If you ever get in trouble with the law, you shoiuld be aware of the differences between state and federal crimes. As the terms…
The Impact of a Federal Criminal Record on Your Future
A federal criminal record can have profound and lasting effects on various aspects of your life. Compared to state-level offenses, federal crimes often carry…
What to Know about Federal Drug Charges and Penalties
Federal drug charges are among the most serious criminal offenses one can face in the United States. Unlike state drug charges, federal charges involve…
U.S. Supreme Court Curtails Use of Safety Valve to Avoid Federal Mandatory Minimums
In a complicated and convoluted March 15, 2024 decision,Pulsifer v. United States, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld an Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals’ interpretation…
U.S. Sentencing Commission Removes “Acquittals” From Relevant Conduct
On April 14, 2024, the United States Sentencing Commission (USSC) unanimously voted to pass a package of federal sentencing reforms dealing with acquitted conduct…
Defending against False Federal Child Pornography Accusations in Houston
Facing federal child pornography charges in Houston is a serious legal matter with potentially severe consequences. Being falsely accused of such a crime has…
Houston Theft vs. Embezzlement: Key Differences in Federal Law
Federal law, distinguishes between theft and embezzlement, and that is crucial to understanding the legal implications and potential consequences of financial misconduct. Both offenses…
Navigating Federal Theft Charges: A Houston Perspective
Facing federal theft charges is a daunting experience, and the process becomes even more challenging when it involves the legal landscape of a city…
Weight of Commentaries to Federal Sentencing Guidelines
The laws and guidelines governing federal sentencing have two things in common: uncertainty and complexity. This was made clear last July 24, 2023, when…
The Importance of a Federal Sentencing Memorandum
A defendant’s federal sentencing memorandum aims to secure the best sentence possible for the defendant. Its value lies in the opportunity the memo gives…
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