New York City federal criminal attorney Russ Kofman releases a new article (https://www.lebedinkofman.com/federal-defense/) explaining the common cases heard in federal court. The lawyer mentions that when a person is accused of a federal crime, they should seek the help of the best defense lawyer they can find. This can be a daunting task, but having a skilled lawyer is one step closer to protecting their future.
“Federal laws, penalties, and those prosecuting them are completely different when compared to state cases. Federal prosecutors are some of the toughest in the nation and have the resources and talent to prosecute vigorously. The prosecution rate is high – over 90 percent of those who are prosecuted at the federal level are convicted – and the stakes are even higher,” says the New York City federal criminal attorney.
The lawyer explains that state courts have jurisdiction over state criminal matters, but they will not hear federal criminal cases. The United States federal legislation and violations consider federal crimes as unlawful and they must be heard in the federal courts. The federal court system has different procedural rules and prosecutors.
Attorney Russ Kofman adds that there may be some overlap between state and federal law. Some of the most serious crimes heard at the federal level include homicide, narcotics distribution, child pornography, counterfeiting, racketeering, insurance fraud, tax evasion, and many others. The high conviction rate of federal offenses is one reason why a person accused of any federal crime should seek the advice of an experienced lawyer right away.
In the article, attorney Kofman also mentions that it is very important for an individual to understand their rights from the beginning if they are facing a federal criminal charge. Under the 5th and 6th amendments to the U.S. Constitution, every person has their constitutional rights. The most well-known are the Miranda rights which include the person’s right to counsel and their right against self-incrimination.
According to the criminal lawyer, “While you are not required to give law enforcement information regarding the specifics of a case, you are required to provide them with accurate information such as your name, birthday, address, and other necessary personal information. Providing inaccurate information will only work against you and may even suggest that you may be a risk for bail.”
Lastly, attorney Kofman emphasizes the importance of having a skilled federal crimes defense lawyer when facing federal criminal charges. An experienced attorney may be able to help the defendant understand their rights and protect their freedom.
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