Federal Crimes
Odessa Federal Crimes Lawyer
Fighting for Clients Across West Texas
Facing a federal investigation or federal criminal charges is a serious matter that calls for serious legal representation. These are crimes that involve breaking federal law, are based on a national issue, or take place on federal property. Federal laws are passed by the U.S. Congress and relate to national matters such as interstate drug trafficking, defrauding federal agencies, human trafficking, internet crimes, and more. They are commonly investigated by such powerful federal agencies as the FBI, backed by the full resources of the federal government, and are subject to harsh sentencing guidelines that can result in federal prison time.
At Chriesman Law, PLLC, attorney Shane Chriesman has a full understanding of all this; he served as a federal prosecutor for seven years. Putting him in charge of your defense means that you will have the benefit of this vital knowledge and experience. Shane knows how the federal system works, how the other side operates, how to thoroughly investigate federal crimes, how to build strong cases, and has the mental toughness needed to oppose aggressive federal prosecutors because he was one in the past. These are qualities you will be hard pressed to find elsewhere.
Schedule a free initial consultation with Odessa federal crimes attorney Shane Chriesman at Chriesman Law, PLLC. You can reach us onlineor at (432) 302-5590.
What Are Federal Crimes?
Federal crimes range from kidnapping and murder to child pornography and other sex crimes, white collar crimes, gun crimes, and more.
Examples of federal crimes include but are not limited to:
- Counterfeiting
- Money laundering
- Drug trafficking
- Immigration crimes
- Medicare fraud
- Prescription drug crimes
- Bank, wire, and mail fraud
- Treason
- Terrorist acts
- Armed robbery
- Tax evasion
- Murder
- Investment fraud/Ponzi schemes
- Insider trading
- Cybercrimes
- Election crimes
- Social Security fraud
While there are similarities, the federal criminal process differs from the state process. You will need a defense lawyer who is qualified and licensed to practice in federal court and who knows how the system works. Essentially, federal cases have three basic steps, which include pretrial, trial or plea, and sentencing.
Shane can educate you on what to expect in a federal criminal case, advise you throughout the process, and help you navigate the system. He will do everything possible to help you avoid a conviction, get your case dismissed, or get charges and sentencing reduced. What can be done will depend on the facts and circumstances of your situation. As an Odessa federal criminal defense attorney, Shane knows how to work within the system for optimum results.
Federal Criminal Defense Cases
Federal crimes are often subject to lengthy investigations by the FBI, DEA, ICE, IRS, and other federal agencies; these investigations can go on for months or even years as they methodically gather evidence that can be used for a conviction. You may not know you are under investigation until you receive a federal target letter informing you that the federal government is looking at you as a prospective criminal. When this happens, it is essential that you hire an attorney. It is not advisable to speak alone with federal prosecutors or law enforcement who can use anything you say to them against you in court.
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Over a Decade of Experience as a State and Federal Prosecutor
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Knows the Ins and Outs of Criminal Law
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Committed to His Clients