Federal Criminal Defense Lawyers Advocating For You
Whether this is your first federal offense or an unfortunate repeat trip, federal crimes are no laughing matter. Although you technically stand charged with a white collar offense, the fact that the federal government is prosecuting you means you might lose even more than you anticipated.
Like other states, Pennsylvania retains a lot of authority in white collar criminal matters. It defines its own laws for many crimes, but this doesn’t mean that the feds won’t step in if they see fit. At Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices, in Pittsburgh, we work diligently to help those who suddenly find themselves at the mercy of national authorities. Our father-daughter defense team is passionate about leveraging their experience in the United States Supreme Court and various federal court systems to help those in need of a solid defense and continuous advocacy.
High-Stakes Federal Charges Explained
Federal law spans a vast body of statutes and regulations. All told, it encompasses hundreds of different categories of punishable acts. Certain federal crimes may meet the definition of high-stakes offenses due to the amount of money involved or the alleged harm done to the public good, such as:
- Embezzlement crimes where offenders in positions of trust steal from their companies
- Fraud perpetuated by businesses against consumers or other business partners
- Securities or investment fraud, where investors allege that they were deliberately misled
- Bank fraud, obtaining funds from a financial institution through illegal means
- Health care fraud, when medical workers bill insurance companies for services not rendered
- Mortgage fraud, where prospective borrowers provide incorrect information to obtain a mortgage
- Tax fraud, where a citizen knowingly files their taxes with false information
- Government benefits fraud, when an applicant tries to secure government benefits by offering inaccurate information
- Drug crimes and drug trafficking, where offenders possess illegal substances and may intend to distribute them
- Sex crimes and Title IX allegations, when someone assaults another in a sexual nature
The fact that white collar crimes don’t necessarily involve violent acts doesn’t mean that prosecutors will look upon them any more favorably. At Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices, we are lawyers who will do everything in our power to imbue your defense with the strength that comes from years of experience and intelligent representation. By establishing your good character and building robust, evidence-based arguments, we can help you sidestep outcomes like spending years in prison or paying massive fines.
Federal Sentencing Reductions
There has been a lot of scrutiny over the years about the previous way federal sentences were determined. Recently, there have been some changes and a new law was passed detailing how federal judges will now hand down sentences. This new alteration also applies to Pennsylvanians already serving their sentence. If you are currently serving a federal sentence or know someone who is in that situation, a federal sentence reduction may be attainable under this new law. Do not hesitate to contact us if you would like to learn more.
What To Do And Not To Do When Charged With A Federal Crime
Even if prosecutors portray the case against you as a foregone conclusion, it’s important to remember that you always have choices. After an arrest, be sure to avoid making common mistakes, such as attempting to destroy evidence, ignoring subpoenas, lying to federal agents and trying to handle the process alone.
To protect yourself following an arrest for a federal crime, be sure to promptly hire a trustworthy criminal defense attorney, collect important documents, write down relevant information and familiarize yourself with your case and the law.
Accepting Punishment Isn’t The Only Option
The only way to know whether you’ll be able to move forward and put this incident behind you is to talk to experienced federal criminal defense attorneys who understand how federal laws work – and how to make those laws work for you. Contact us at Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices, to discuss your case and potential defense strategies. Call 412-552-3231 or send a message online today. From our offices in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we represent clients nationwide.