A federal hold is a detainer, which results from federal criminal charges alleged in an information or an indictment, which typically remains under...

The federal government can initiate a criminal case by filing a complaint, upon which a defendant is arrested, not more than 30 days before the...

If I know about an online crime, even after the fact, and don't report it, does that make me an accomplice?

A persons who "conceals" a federal felony is guilty of the crime of misprision of felony; however, your failure to report this crime likely will...

The sentencing guidelines are advisory, but the court must consider the recommended sentencing guidelines range before further considering whether...

There is a pretrial diversion program in every US District Court, but it's administered by the US Attorney's Offices, and implements at their...

I found out im being investigated for snap fraud. I moved out of the country and need to renew my license. Will i get arrested?

You should retain an experienced federal criminal defense attorney who can evaluate your case and initiate contact with the investigating agency...

If a decision is made to appeal is the client still entitled to a public defender

Every federal criminal defendant is entitled to an attorney on direct appeal—if the defendant cannot afford an attorney, the court will appoint a...

How much time will I serve on a 50 to 63 month federal plea?

All federal inmates serving sentences of more than 12 months but not life are eligible for a 15% "good conduct time" reduction, and up to 12 months...

The FBI is entitled to seize any evidence, including electronic devices, that the search warrant allows it to seize, and that agency typically...

All inmates servicing sentences of more than 12 months but not life are eligible for a 15% "good conduct time" reduction, and if eligible,...