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Getting contacted by IRS Criminal Investigation can feel like the ground shifts under you. A routine tax issue does not involve special agents, subpoenas, or questions about willfulness. In Houston and across Texas, federal tax fraud investigations often move quietly …
If you are facing criminal charges in Houston, it is essential to understand whether your case will be handled in state court or federal court. This distinction affects investigations, charging decisions, trial procedures, and potential sentences.
Robert J. Fickman is …
Being charged with violating the Federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) can be among the most serious criminal charges an individual can face in any Federal court. These charges involve complex allegations that the accused was part of …
When facing federal charges where self-defense is a factor, a Houston federal criminal defense attorney who understands both state and federal law becomes essential to your defense.
Criminal Defense Lawyer Robert J. Fickman has defended the accused in State and …
The Federal Government treats Federal bribery and corruption cases with extraordinary seriousness. Any individual accused of offering, requesting, or accepting improper payments in connection with public duties or federal programs can face a very serious criminal investigation and potential criminal …
Digital evidence has become the backbone of modern criminal prosecutions in Texas. From cell phone records to GPS tracking, surveillance footage to social media activity, prosecutors increasingly rely on electronic data to build their cases. Understanding how to challenge this …
Texas law allows the use of force, including deadly force, in some self-defense situations. The state’s Stand Your Ground law removes the duty to retreat when a person is lawfully present and reasonably believes force is necessary to protect against …
In Texas, simple drug possession is typically a state-level offense, however, there are some factors that can escalate it to federal drug trafficking charges. These cases are prosecuted by the U.S. Department of Justice. Understanding when this transition is possible …