Aggressive Advocacy For Those Accused Of Federal Crimes
If you’ve been accused of criminal activity, it is important to understand whether your case may be considered a federal crime. Federal crimes are tried at a national level and often carry harsher sentencing than state crimes. At Monzón, Guerra & Chipman, Attorneys At Law, we understand how much is at stake when clients are faced with federal crimes, and we are dedicated to providing aggressive and effective legal advocacy to fight for your rights.
With our more than 40 years of combined legal experience in criminal law and hundreds of successfully litigated cases, you can trust that our team of Lincoln federal crimes defense lawyers has the insight and understanding of the law necessary to protect your freedom and future.
What does an accusation of a federal crime mean for your future? Contact our firm at 402-979-8703 to learn more.
Federal Vs. State Crimes
The difference between a federal and a state crime involves the concept of jurisdiction or a court’s authority to make legal judgments concerning a case. A federal crime falls within the jurisdiction of the federal government. Essentially, these crimes involve violations of U.S. law, threats to national security or offenses that allegedly occurred on federal property.
Crimes that are often tried in federal court include:
- Homicides
- Sex offenses
- White collar crimes
- Aggravated assaults
- Drug crimes
- Weapons charges
It is not uncommon for a charge to fall under both state and federal jurisdictions, in which instance the courts will decide whether to defer to one over the other or to try the case in both courts. This means that you may face criminal charges in both state and federal courts, and having effective legal advocacy from a Lincoln criminal defense lawyer is critical.
Work With A Team That’s Not Afraid To Fight Your Federal Charge
Squaring off with the criminal justice system can feel scary. At Monzón, Guerra & Chipman, Attorneys At Law, your case is far from our first and certainly won’t be our last. We’ve proven in federal criminal trials time and time again that we have a thorough understanding of how the system works, the motivations and intentions of the people inside it and their points of weakness. We’ll defend your case in state or federal courts, put professionals on the stand that back up your story, interview and cross-examine witnesses and present a solid and compelling argument in front of the jury. They say federal criminal charges have a high conviction rate, and we’ve proved to many of our clients that the odds aren’t always stacked against them. Out of the last 15 federal criminal trials we’ve defended people in, we’ve won 12 of them, which is almost unheard of.
Don’t let a federal criminal charge weigh you down or keep you up at night. Contact us today so we can start working on your defense strategy.
Take Action Immediately To Protect Your Future
If you are accused of a federal crime, you have no time to lose. The case against you is already being built, and the sooner you call for a consultation, the better your chances of finding the most favorable outcome possible. We offer services in both Spanish and English to clients throughout Nebraska. Email us or call our office at 402-979-8703 for an appointment.