A US Marshals Service detainer, or "hold," indicates the existence of an active federal arrest warrant. The defendant my be released on bail upon...

Does the person whose name is stated on a federal search warrant have to take a charge when drugs are found in his house?

The Government will charge whomever it can prove beyond a reasonable doubt possessed the drugs with the intent to distribute them, regardless of...

2019 prison reform bill? how many years can the federal government go back for previous for felony inmate?

The "lookback" period for the court's consideration of a prior conviction depends on the reason for its consideration. For example, there is no...

What can I do to get a friend sentenced reduced first time in a federal prison ?

If the defendant's sentence was enhanced based on a prior felony drug conviction that the court later reduced to a misdemeanor, there may be a...

Does anyone know if the 85% will change to 65% in February I hear it changed for federal inmates

The "good conduct time" reduction remains at 15% (85% to serve), but the First Step Act requires the Federal Bureau of Prisons to actually award...

Do I fall under the federal firearms disability act ?

If you are a convicted felon under the laws of the jurisdiction in which the proceedings were held, federal law prohibits your possession, among...

Like all federal felonies, this charge is serious. It's punishable by a maximum term of imprisonment of 10 years. If the defendant pleads guilty,...

What does a decline forfeiture mean?

The seizing agency has declined to forfeit you money and will return it to you. – Joshua Sabert Lowther, Esq., Atlanta, GA.

Are 302 investigative reports required?

The Government isn't required to disclose agents' reports of an investigation (FD-302s for FBI and DEA-6s for DEA) unless those reports constitute...

You're correct to focus your search on an attorney who's experienced in these type of cases, and although I'm sure there are qualified attorneys in...