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Federal Criminal Defense
What Makes a Case Federal?
At Rose Law Firm, we offer aggressive defense against serious felony charges in Bismarck, ND, and across North Dakota. Suppose you're facing allegations of a serious felony offense, such as homicide, sexual assault, or armed robbery, our team of experienced attorneys is here to provide you with skilled representation and ensure your case receives the attention and dedication it deserves.
Federal cases involve violations of federal law and matters of federal jurisdiction.
Certain offenses can be charged as either federal or state crimes, and federal and state prosecutors often work together to decide who will take the case. Cases that end up in federal court usually result in higher sentences than they would in state court because of federal mandatory minimum and maximum sentencing laws, as well as the federal sentencing guidelines.
Federal cases are prosecuted by the local United States Attorney’s Office, whereas state cases are handled by the county prosecutor’s office.
Some common types of federal criminal charges include:
Drug Charges
Federal drug charges often include manufacturing, distribution, and/or conspiracy to commit drug trafficking
Firearms Offenses
Including gun charges for felon in possession of a firearm, use/possession of a firearm in connection with drug trafficking, and possession of certain devices regulated by federal law like machine guns, sawed-off shotguns, silencers, and firearms without serial numbers
Environmental crimes
Including asbestos violations, chemical spills and explosions, cutting down protected trees, destroying wetlands
Child exploitation
Online networks, enterprise, trading, disappearance and sexual abuse material of children
Tax crimes and IRS investigations
Including federal tax fraud and tax evasion
Health care fraud
Over billing and unnecessary procedure claims
Financial crimes
Including loan fraud, government benefits fraud, and wire fraud, Grand jury investigations.
Criminal appeals
Case by case basis
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