Federal Criminal Defense

Federal crimes address all different types of wrongful behavior that takes place across state lines or that impacts the U.S. economy. Some examples of federal crimes include:

Possessing, trading, selling, producing or sending child pornography over the Internet.
Kidnapping and taking the victim across state lines.
Racketeering or participating in organized crime.
Threatening government workers or public officials.
Trafficking drugs across state lines.
Robbing a bank.
Tax fraud or tax evasion.
Bankruptcy fraud.
Abuse of government benefits programs such as welfare, social security disability, Medicare or Medicaid.
Hijacking trucks that are moving goods across state lines.
Insider trading, fraud, embezzlement and certain other white-collar crimes.
Mail fraud.

Federal Criminal Defense in West Palm Beach

When a person commits a crime they often do not realize that they may be up against serious federal charges. A federal crime is a crime that takes place either on federal government property or that the federal government has decided is illegal, such in many drug crimes cases. When the federal government conducts an investigation it may include the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) along with other agencies. Any person being charged with a federal offense should contact a West Palm Beach federal crimes lawyer immediately.

Musca Law represents people accused of, charged with, or that have been arrested for a federal crime in West Palm Beach, Florida. We provide potential clients with a free consultation to discuss the allegations and how we can help. The federal crime attorneys at our firm will make sure that you have a complete understanding of your case during the entire criminal court process. Please contact an attorney at our firm today if you face any type of federal crime charges including:

In certain cases, these crimes are exclusively federal crimes and are tried only in federal court. For instance, bankruptcy fraud, tax fraud and tax evasion are federal crimes only and not state crimes. Other types of crimes, such as fraud or possession of child pornography, are illegal under both Florida and federal law. This means that you may be charged by the state or you may be charged by the federal government when you commit one of these defenses, depending on the severity of the crime and the circumstances surrounding the wrongful acts.

Being charged with a federal crime is serious business and you may find yourself with significant penalties including long jail sentences. You can, however, defend yourself against the federal charges and in some cases, you may be able to arrange a plea bargain (although is may be more difficult than with state crimes) The appropriate defenses or response to federal criminal charges should be determined with assistance from a knowledgeable attorney who has experience representing clients accused of federal crimes. Residents of Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Wellington, Jupiter or other areas in Palm Beach or West Palm Beach can turn to Musca Law for assistance.

Don’t gamble with your freedom, future and reputation. If you are facing federal criminal charge in Palm Beach County, call the Palm Beach criminal defense lawyers at Musca Law for a free consultation. 239-277-5297. Phone answered 24/7.

Need a West Palm Beach federal crimes attorney? Contact us today!