Federal Criminal Defense
Federal conspiracy, sentencing guidelines, proffer sessions, grand jury investigations, and asset forfeiture — and the critical differences between state and federal prosecution. Written by attorneys who practice in federal courts across Texas.
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What Happens During a Federal Criminal Investigation in Texas
Most people who are the target of a federal criminal investigation don’t know it’s happening until it’s too late. That’s by design. Federal agencies like the FBI, DEA, ATF, IRS Criminal Investigation…
Understanding Federal Conspiracy Charges in Texas
Of all the charges the federal government brings against defendants in Texas, conspiracy may be the most misunderstood—and the most dangerous. A federal conspiracy charge does not require that you actually committed…
Federal vs. State Charges in Texas: Understanding the Critical Differences
If you’ve just learned that you’re facing federal charges instead of state charges—or that your case has been “picked up” by the feds—your first reaction is probably fear. That reaction is justified.…
A Guide on Federal Sentencing
A Guide for Defendants and Families The Federal Sentencing System Is Not What Most People Expect If you or someone you love is facing federal criminal charges, you have probably already started…
Federal Drug Cases in the Northern District of Texas: What to Expect
Federal drug charges are among the most serious criminal accusations a person can face in Texas. Cases prosecuted in the Northern District of Texas often involve large-scale investigations, mandatory minimum sentences, and…
Got a Federal Target Letter in Texas? What It Means, What to Do, and What Not to Do
By Deandra Grant, J.D., M.S. (Pharmaceutical Science), ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist A federal target letter is not junk mail. It is not a warning you can set aside and deal with later. It…
DWI on Federal Property in Texas: The Assimilative Crimes Act, the Federal Court Process, and Why This Case Requires a Different Kind of Defense
By Deandra Grant, J.D., M.S. (Pharmaceutical Science), ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist If you were arrested for driving while intoxicated on a military base, in a national park, at a federal courthouse, on a…