Category Archives: Federal Criminal Law
Federal Entrapment: Its Origins And Defenses
Entrapment is a legitimate defense to any criminal charge, federal or state. No federal statute authorizes the defenses, although some states have codified the…
“Cash for Kids” Scandal Continues to Harm Justice
It took place in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, in the early 2000s and would become what would be known as the “kids-for-cash” scandal. It began when…
Mortgage Fraud: A Leading White-Collar Crime
It is estimated that the United States loses between $1-10 billion each year due to mortgage fraud, making it one of the leading white-collar…
Are Federal Crimes More Serious?
Yes, federal crimes, as a rule, are more serious. They can carry severe penalties, complex investigations, and long-lasting effects on every aspect of a…
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…
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