Common Federal Crimes

While every criminal case is different there are several commonly charged crimes that we have seen handled by federal courts in New York. If you or a loved one is facing a federal criminal charge in New York, contact our office for a free consultation immediately.

One of the most common types of federal crimes is white collar criminal activity. This is most commonly found in businesses which operate in more than one state or country. Because of the reach of the business any criminal activity taking place in the office, whether in New York or anywhere, can be tried as a federal crime. Some common charges include fraud (tax, insurance, stocks), false bankruptcy, money laundering, Internet crimes and others.

Another common federal crime is known as a property crime. This occurs, and can only be a federal crime, when someone allegedly steals from the US government. This theft can be done by embezzlement, Internet or mail theft. Tax issues, counterfeiting and bribing also fall under these property crimes against the US government. Even if the alleged crime took place completely within New York state boundaries if it is a federal crime it is charged in US federal courts.

Some other common federal crimes involve kidnapping, sexual offenses and child pornography. These crimes are usually federal if they take place in more than one state other than New York. Alleged kidnappings tried in federal courts are often the parents of the kidnapped victim trying to regain custody of their children. Child pornography and sexual offenses that take place across state lines via mail or the Internet are serious issues that are handled through federal courts as well. Sexual offenses that take place in multiple states are also federal crimes.

Other commonly charged federal crimes involve firearms, drugs, and any type of crime against a federal employee. The trafficking of firearms and drugs is a serious matter, particularly if it involves several different states or countries. Crimes falling under the realm of terrorism are also now being handled by federal organizations.

In order to make their case, the federal government must have followed the strict procedures set out by the US government, however. All evidence must be presented and discovered legally. All arrests and detentions must also be done in accordance with the laws of the country. Because the risk of error is fairly high in federal crimes cases every person facing a federal charge should have the most effective legal assistance they can find.

The New York Federal Crimes Lawyers at Conaway & Strickler have years of experience handling federal cases. Our attorneys are some of the few offering free, no-obligation legal advice. Call or contact us through this website for more information and we can begin working on your case immediately.