Atlanta Federal Crime Attorney

Jeff Manciagli is an Atlanta federal crimes attorney who has extensive experience representing clients in the federal court system. When you are facing prosecution for a Federal crime in Atlanta, it is so crucial that you select an Atlanta criminal attorney that knows the federal system and has successful experience defending clients facing federal criminal charges. While most criminal defense attorneys have experience in state court, if they do not have adequate experience with federal cases they will be lacking in knowledge and experience with Federal laws, Federal rules of evidence and Federal sentencing guidelines. Federal crimes will often impose greater sentences, and usually guarantee prison time if convicted.

Federal crimes can include, but are not limited to

• Federal drug crimes
• Money laundering
• White collar crimes
• Mail fraud
• Counterfeiting
• Federal theft or trespassing charges
• Immigration crimes
• Violent crimes on Federal land
• Federal weapons crimes
• Insurance fraud
• Child pornography
• Criminal conspiracy

Federal Crimes Sentencing

As previously mentioned, federal crimes often impose stricter sentencing than state crimes do. Federal sentencing is also complex, and at times confusing. Sentences are derived from the Federal Sentencing Act, which has been in effect since it was passed by Congress in 1984. The Federal Sentencing Act is comprised of a very difficult to comprehend set of formulas which produce the sentencing guidelines imposed upon the judge overseeing the trial.

So basically, there are mathematical formulas which determine which category a defendant falls under. That category will provide a set range of months of incarceration that the federal charges will impose. In federal cases, the judge will have no ability to go outside this range of sentencing, and often that results in a worse outcome as opposed to a better one. They are required by the court to impose the required sentence, and unlike in state court they have no discretion over unique or extenuating circumstances. This is one of the clear disadvantages of being tried in the federal court system and a compelling reason that you need a criminal attorney who is experienced and knowledgeable when it comes to the federal court system.

Atlanta Federal Crimes Representation

When you are facing a trial for Federal charges, your selection in a law firm will be crucial. You must choose an Atlanta criminal defense law firm that specializes in federal crimes. My experience in the federal court system reaches outside the Atlanta area, as I have been defense counsel in federal trials in locations all over the United States. Some of the best criminal lawyers in Georgia are not experienced in Federal cases. They will not be adequately prepared to assist you in your fight for an acquittal and they will not possess the knowledge of the sentencing structure when negotiating with the prosecution. If you have been arrested for a crime that imposes Federal charges, be sure to contact us immediately so we can schedule a good time to meet with you and begin planning your legal strategy. As your Atlanta federal crime attorney, I will work diligently to achieve the best possible outcome in your case.

For more information, read The Serious Nature Of Being Charged With A Federal Crime.