A federal criminal defense attorney is a key ally if you find yourself involved in a federal investigation, whether as a witness, a person of interest, or the accused. The tides can quickly turn on a person once he or she begins talking with federal investigators. A federal criminal investigation can be extremely intimidating. Targets may make avoidable mistakes that aid the federal investigation against them. If you are being investigated for a federal crime, do not delay in seeking legal counsel. Even if you have not yet been charged, there is much an experienced federal attorney can do to help you now.
A “federal crime” is any conduct that violates U.S. federal laws, as opposed to state laws.
Federal laws vary by:
A federal investigation begins after someone reports a crime. An individual may become “a person of interest” after being mentioned by a criminal cooperating with law enforcement or falling on the radar of federal intelligence agency data capture. Federal law enforcement agents working toward a federal indictment may wiretap phones, perform physical surveillance, set up wired conversations, review financial documents, execute search warrants, conduct witness interviews, and monitor online activity.
Sometimes agents furtively investigate a person for years before bringing federal criminal charges. You may not know you are under investigation until you receive a target letter from a federal prosecutor, a federal law enforcement agent requests a meeting, federal agents show up at your home or work asking questions, associates tell you they have been contacted, or you receive a grand jury subpoena requesting documents or testimony.
If you are under investigation, it is imperative that you contact an experienced federal criminal defense attorney. Federal lawyers will protect your rights and make sure you do not accidentally incriminate yourself.
Dallas, TX Federal Attorney Jeff King frequently helps clients answer crucial questions such as:
If you are charged with a federal crime, you will need a special type of lawyer who is licensed to practice in the federal court where the case is pending – or who can obtain permission to practice there on a one-time basis. The federal criminal justice system is a completely different animal than the state system, so you should consider that in your selection of an attorney as well.
Jeff King is a criminal defense lawyer you can trust and depend upon to represent your case. He has over 14 years of trial experience (on both sides of the aisle). As a retired Major in the U.S. Marines, his dedication and toughness is second-to-none. He carries special credentials, with licensure in the U.S. District Courts of the Northern, Eastern, Western, and Southern Districts of Texas, and the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. In addition, Jeff King has been called upon to represent clients in federal court outside of Texas. Call now for a free case review.