There's no legal means by which a person can force the federal government to defer a prosecution, over which it may exercise jurisdiction, to state...

My friend is being charged with wire fraud and pleading not guilty, what are the chances he can win his case?

The Government must prove, beyond a reasonable doubt, that he specifically intended to defraud the alleged victims; therefore, intention is the...

If you work as an informant, do feds, police and prosecutor have to keep their end of the deal even if it's not on paper?

The federal government must honor its obligations, whether in writing or not. If the agreement isn't in writing, the issue becomes the actual...

What what would the typical cost be for an attorney to handle a COA and possibly an appeal in the 11th circuit for a 2254?

Attorney's fees for a habeas corpus petition pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 2254 vary, depending on the attorney's experience and the amount of work...

Is there a way to see the list of charges for a person being held at a facility for federal charges?

Yes: subscribe to Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) or go to the clerk of court's office and view the documents. – Joshua Sabert...

ARRESTED ON FEDERAL PROBATION FOR THEFT OVER $1000. IS THAT A VIOLATION BEFORE CONVICTION?

The new offense is a violation of your federal supervised release or probation only if the Government can prove, by a preponderance of the...

What should I do if I think I am going to be indicted?

You should retain an experienced federal criminal defense attorney who can begin preparing your defense in an effort to avoid an indictment, and in...

Do I need to hire a lawyer to file a motion to travel?

The judge is more likely to grant the motion if submitted and argued by an attorney, because the attorney would reference and argue the relevant...

How does it work with multiple defendants and charges being dropped?

A conspiracy does require that two or more people reach an illegal agreement, but an alleged co-conspirator's plea of guilty to a non-conspiracy...

Can a judge denied me a jury trial wen I am accused of federal crimes?

You have an absolute right to a jury trial, which only you can waive if you choose to do it. – Joshua Sabert Lowther, Esq., Atlanta, GA.