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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 …
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 …
Most people do not expect the federal government to seize their property. Yet in federal asset forfeiture cases, that is precisely what happens. You might be fighting to keep your car, cash, or even your home – not because you …
If you or a loved one is charged in a Federal criminal case, it can be an incredibly challenging and stressful time. We always fight and try to find a way to win the case. Nevertheless, after weighing the evidence, …
When a person is charged with a federal crime in Texas, prior criminal history can become one of the most important issues in the case. A prior state conviction may affect the advisory guideline range, the defendant’s criminal history category, …
Federal identity theft and synthetic fraud cases often begin long before a person is arrested or formally charged. These investigations may grow out of data trails, financial records, device logs, account activity, IP addresses, and patterns that investigators believe connect …
FBI agents do not typically show up at a business on day one of an investigation. They typically show up after months of investigation involving the issuance of subpoenas, witness interviews, and document review. They typically show up without any …