Federal Sentencing

Navigating Federal Investigations: Search Warrants and Undercover Operations

Navigating Federal Investigations: Search Warrants and Undercover Operations

When facing a federal criminal investigations, understanding the tools employed by federal agents is vital to mounting an effective criminal defense. Learn about search warrants and related techniques, such as delayed-notice warrants and mail covers, and familiarizing yourself with undercover investigations and their guidelines from a federal criminal defense lawyer.

How the Feds Investigate Criminal Cases

How the Feds Investigate Criminal Cases

Federal criminal defense lawyer discusses federal crime investigations and law enforcement in the United States. By delving into the roles and responsibilities of various federal agencies, prosecutorial processes, task forces, and initiatives, readers will gain an understanding of how federal crimes are investigated, prosecuted, and addressed across different domains.

Federal Sentencing: Aggravated Role Adjustment Per §3B1.1

Federal Sentencing: Aggravated Role Adjustment Per §3B1.1

When the federal government prosecutes criminal organizations, it will seek to obtain higher sentences for the defendants who are in leadership and managerial roles in the organization. This guide examines the factors impacting whether an upward adjustment for an aggravated role is merited.

Federal Sentencing: How to Obtain a Mitigating Role Offense Level Adjustment Pursuant to §3B1.2

Federal Sentencing: How to Obtain a Mitigating Role Offense Level Adjustment Pursuant to §3B1.2

An overview of guideline §3B1.2 (Mitigating Role), which can reduce the offense level based on the defendant's role in the offense. In federal court, convincing the judge that the defendant was a minimal or minor participant can shave several months off of the sentence.