Legal Blog: Federal Crimes

About White Collar Criminal Defense

Charles Burnham, Esq. and Eugene Gorokhov, Esq. from Burnham & Gorokhov, PLLC share their insights on defending white collar criminal charges such as public corruption and fraud. You may find more information about White Collar Criminal Charges.  

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Our Approach to White Collar Cases

Attorneys Eugene Gorokhov and Charles Burnham discuss their approach to white collar cases, including possible outcomes, deciding when to meet with the government, and other common questions. You may find more information about White Collar Criminal Defense.

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Target Letters – What to Do If You Receive One

This video discusses target letters in federal criminal investigations. Here we offer a basic overview of target letters: what they are, and what to do and not to do if you receive a target letter. Read more about Target Letters From Federal Law Enforcement.

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Obtaining Favorable Evidence From The Prosecution: Understanding the Brady Rule

Criminal cases in the United States follow, for the most part, an adversarial model.  This means that each side bears primary responsibility for finding and presenting evidence supporting its arguments, while a neutral arbiter—such as a judge or a jury, decides between those competing versions of facts (or law).  An important exception to this adversarial model is the Brady rule,

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5 Things You Need To Know About Federal Sentencing

This video discusses top 5 things you should know about federal sentencing. If you are facing federal criminal charges and elect to plead guilty rather than face trial, you will need the assistance of a seasoned federal sentencing attorney to navigate the sentencing process. Learn more about The Federal Sentencing Process. ​

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Can I be sentenced for a crime I am found not guilty of?

Imagine the following scenario: you have been charged in a multi-count indictment with several interrelated crimes—one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and one count of structuring.  The jury acquitted you of the more serious crime of wire fraud conspiracy, but convicted you of structuring.  A good outcome, right?  The answer may actually surprise you, as your ultimate sentence

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3 Ways Federal Criminal Cases Are Unique

This video discusses 3 ways ways federal criminal cases are different from other cases. While there are many similarities between criminal cases in federal and state court (such as the fact that the United States Constitution governs both types of cases), there are also important differences between federal and state criminal cases. Failure to account for these differences is fatal

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Frequently Asked Questions about Federal Money Laundering Charges and Penalties

Money laundering charges: What is money laundering? We are experienced Federal Money Laundering Defense Attorneys in Washington, DC. Although many people think of money laundering simply making convoluted financial transactions to conceal the origin of funds obtained from criminal activity, the federal criminal money laundering laws cover a far broader range of conduct involving criminally derived property. Federal criminal money

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