John Floyd, a Board Certified Criminal Law specialist, offers over 29 years of experience representing individuals facing serious federal crimes in Texas and nationwide. Contact him today for aggressive defense strategies.
John Floyd, Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, brings over 26 years of unparalleled expertise in defending individuals charged with serious federal crimes. With extensive experience in federal courts across Texas and the United States, John Floyd provides comprehensive, aggressive, and professional defense strategies tailored to each client’s unique situation.
Federal criminal cases demand specialized attention due to their unique complexities and severe consequences. John Floyd offers expert defense representation across a wide range of federal crimes, including:
If you’re under investigation, charged with a federal offense, or contacted by federal agents, every moment counts. Don’t risk your freedom, reputation, and future. Contact John T. Floyd Law Firm immediately for proactive defense strategies and personalized legal counsel. Your rights and freedom are his top priority.
The federal criminal justice system is unique and complex, with different rules and procedures from state courts.
Crimes that are prosecuted in the federal criminal justice system are punished in reference to the draconian and often unreasonable United States Federal Sentencing Guidelines, which typically suggest long prison sentences, heavy fines, and severe restitution. To make matters worse, federal criminal cases are investigated and prosecuted by some of the country’s most aggressive and experienced law enforcement agents and prosecutors—many of whom have biases and hidden agendas that do not involve truth or justice.
A federal crime is an offense that is specifically prohibited by federal statute and prosecuted before the U.S. federal courts, as opposed to Texas state courts that have jurisdiction over cases that are generally thought of as street crimes or crimes of violence.
Federal investigations are often quite involved. They typically involve many suspects and acts that may span months or even years before being prosecuted. Therefore, it is not uncommon for individuals under investigation for committing federal crimes to suspect that they are under investigation. In fact, it is not uncommon for suspects in federal criminal investigations to be approached by federal agents for a “voluntary” interview.
This advance notice can allow a cautious individual to consult a lawyer and determine the best legal strategy before criminal charges are filed. Individuals who are able to promptly retain and consult with a skilled federal crimes defense attorney while the case is still being investigated are often able to minimize their criminal exposure or avoid criminal charges entirely.
Throughout the course of the investigation or later during trial or appeal, an experienced federal criminal lawyer can provide an individual with valuable counsel, guidance, and support while ensuring that the government’s agents and prosecutors follow the law and face a thorough testing of their case.
If you believe that you may be under investigation for a federal crime or have already been accused, arrested, or charged with a federal offense, retaining an experienced federal criminal defense attorney with successful experience in federal courts is critical. The federal criminal justice system is incredibly complex and potentially severely affects your freedom, finances, and future. It is unwise to navigate a federal case without the assistance of an expert lawyer with decades of valuable experience in the federal criminal courts.
Often, simply talking to federal agents from the FBI, DEA, ATF, IRS, Office of Inspector General, US Postal Inspection Service, US Secret Service, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Customs, and Border Patrol, Joint Terrorism Task Force, or a host of other federal criminal investigative agencies can have unforeseen and disastrous consequences for your case, even if you believe you are innocent and have done nothing wrong.
Federal criminal defense lawyer John T. Floyd has successfully defended clients before federal courts in Texas and across the country for over two decades and can proudly point to a history of successful cases and favorable results.
Mr. Floyd is backed by years of experience, extensive resources, and a team of industry-leading legal professionals, investigators, and experts. As a seasoned federal criminal defense attorney, John Floyd can guide you through every step of your federal case—from the initial investigative contact, indictment, trial, and appeal—putting you in the very best position to either prevent federal charges from being filed or winning the case at trial by jury.
Typically, federal criminal cases are often more complex, more extensive in scope, involve more significant financial losses, include more suspects, and are generally more severe than those that are prosecuted in the state criminal courts.
While thousands of possible crimes can be prosecuted in federal courts, some of the most common include:
White-collar crimes. While some white-collar crimes may be tried at the state level, many of the most severe offenses are filed in federal criminal courts. These types of cases can involve millions or even billions of dollars in alleged losses, so it is not surprising that they also bring with them huge fines and prison sentences that can last decades – or, in the worst cases, a lifetime. In addition to bank, mortgage, and health care fraud, federal law enforcement agents and prosecutors have announced they are also focusing on corporate crimes, embezzlement, Identity theft, and money laundering.
Sex crimes. Though many sex offenses, such as sexual assault, fall within the jurisdiction of Texas state courts, federal law also prohibits criminal activity involving sexual misconduct, including sex crimes committed against children. The most common examples of federal sex crimes include interstate or foreign travel with intent to engage in prohibited sexual activity, online solicitation of a minor, possession or production of child pornography, trafficking minors for sexual purposes, interstate prostitution, or sex trafficking. An individual can also be charged with a federal sex crime for committing a sexual offense within a federal prison. The consequences for federal sex crimes are severe and may include lifelong prison sentences.
Child pornography crimes. Child pornography is the sexual exploitation of the most innocent among us and is generally considered one of the most repulsive acts. It is, therefore, a grave crime that brings extreme prejudice and bias, often requiring a defendant to prove his innocence. Federal law defines child pornography as a visual depiction—such as a photo, video, or digital image—of sexually explicit activities involving a person under 18 years of age.
Under federal law, it is illegal to possess, distribute, or sell images of child pornography. If found guilty of this type of crime, you may face a lengthy prison sentence, heavy fines, restitution, and irreparable damage to your reputation.
It is urgent that if you are contacted by law enforcement about allegations involving child pornography or if your computers or phones are seized, you remain silent until you have had an opportunity to consult with a lawyer with experience representing individuals suspected of possessing or distributing child pornography. Mr. Floyd has extensive experience representing individuals suspected of committing this most severe offense in both state and federal courts and is prepared to help you build a defensive strategy designed to obtain the best possible outcome in your case.
Drug crimes. Though many drug charges are prosecuted in Texas state courts, many high-level drug crimes involving large conspiracies, complex drug cartels, or large amounts of drugs or money are prosecuted at the federal level. Typically, drug crimes prosecuted in federal courts are more severe than those prosecuted by the State of Texas and carry harsher penalties, and in most cases, demand mandatory minimum sentences. This is especially true if firearms use allegations are made along with the federal drug charges.
The most common types of federal drug charges include large conspiracies involving drug trafficking, importation, manufacturing, and related money laundering. Sentencing for federal drug crimes can vary depending on the circumstances, amount, and type of drug involved but may include lengthy prison sentences and massive fines.
Terrorism and the related crime of material support have also been prioritized for all law enforcement agencies.
Terrorism crimes involve criminal acts that endanger human life and are intended to intimidate or coerce a population, further political or social objectives, or affect the conduct of a government through destruction, assassination, or kidnapping. Terrorism crimes include killing or attempted killing during an attack on a federal facility with a dangerous weapon or killing or attempted killing of a government officer or employee. Being investigated or charged with terrorism is incredibly serious, and you will need the most aggressive defense possible to avoid lifelong prison sentences.
Suppose you are contacted by law enforcement regarding allegations of terrorism or giving support to a foreign terrorist organization. In that case, the stakes are very high, and you must contact a lawyer experienced in representing individuals accused of this type of crime. Mr. Floyd has unique experience in representing individuals suspected or accused of committing crimes associated with terrorism and understands that the stigma and prejudice associated with these cases often taint the objectivity of law enforcement agents working on these cases. Mr. Floyd can help you preserve your constitutional rights and fight against these often baseless allegations.
Immigration crimes. Federal immigration crimes include illegal re-entry, smuggling illegal aliens, harboring or employing illegal aliens, and immigration fraud. The line between criminal law and immigration law is often blurred and may require a team of lawyers, one experienced in criminal law and another in immigration law. Suppose you are charged with an immigration crime. In that case, your case demands legal guidance from a defense attorney intimately familiar with criminal law and understanding the possible implications of immigration law. Not only do immigration crimes carry tough penalties, but they can also affect your ability to remain in this country or reenter in the future if you are not a citizen.
Though federal cases are some of the most serious and complex, the John T. Floyd Law Firm will not avoid a challenge. Mr. Floyd has successfully handled countless federal cases and is renowned nationwide for taking on federal investigations and prosecutions professionally and successfully.
Every second is critical if you are being investigated, have been charged with a federal crime, or have been contacted by federal agents. Do not waste another crucial moment—contact The John T. Floyd Law Firm immediately to start protecting your rights and building a powerful defense.
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