Federal Crimes

If you have committed a crime, you could end up in a state court in New Jersey or you could be tried at the federal level. It can help to understand the differences between state and federal crimes even if you are not facing a criminal charge because this is a...

No matter which corner of the political arena you sit in, almost everyone in New York can empathize or sympathize with immigrants who illegally enter the U.S. in search of a better life. Fleeing from mass corruption, crime, violence, crippling poverty and war, many...

The common assumption amongst most in New York is likely that it is impossible to "accidently" commit a crime (particularly a federal one). Thus, claims if innocence to criminal activity are often met with great deal of skepticism. However, there are indeed where...

There is a certain stigma that seems to accompany federal crimes, as though people in New York view them as being more serious than state offenses. The reality is that all criminally activity is equally serious; the only elements that designate a crime as being...

When most New Yorkers think of counterfeit crimes, fake money typically comes to mind. However, there are a myriad of ways one can carry out this federal crime. More recently, there has been a seizure of parking placards in the state -- an item that has fuelled a...

Penalties attached to most drug-related crimes can quickly become mountainous. When these crimes involve narcotics, the repercussions can become all the more extreme. While New York has worked diligently to address the antiquated elements within its Rockefeller Drug...

People in New York who are accused of crimes involving illegal or prescription drugs have long had to work hard to defend themselves and protect their rights when facing these allegations. Now their challenges may be increasing as more emphasis is being put on finding...

Propelled through popular media portrayals, federal drug charges are no form of entertainment in reality. New York's penalties surrounding such crimes can have lasting effects on individuals who might not have even had a strong hand in the incident. There have been...

No matter the reason, discovering that a tax evasion charge may be right around the corner can set the stage for a world of stress. New Yorkers going through this difficult time might express confusion over the steps to come -- including the defense of a federal crime...

Unlike small drug offenses, a federal drug charge can mean extensive cooperation with court systems, costly fees and even months and years behind bars. As jarring as a drug charge may be, these types of offenses happen to average, working professionals across New...