Being arrested on suspicion of committing a federal crime can be an intimidating experience. The Louisville federal crimes lawyers at Suhre & Associates, LLC are always available to provide legal advice and help you fight to protect your future. Contact us at (502) 371-7000.
We have defended clients in Kentucky for years. We understand that each case is unique, and we devote the time and energy to get each client the best results possible. If you were charged with a federal crime give us a call. We will provide a free consultation to learn more about your needs.
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How the Defense Attorneys of Suhre & Associates Can Help You Fight Back Against Your Federal Charges
The lawyers at Suhre & Associates have been representing clients in federal criminal cases for years. If you decide to hire us to work on your case, you can expect us to help in the following ways:
Negotiation
While you are in custody, the federal prosecutors who are working on your case will likely present you with a plea bargain. In other words, they will tell you that they will limit your punishment if you admit guilt and sign a confession. Unfortunately, the deals offered by prosecuting lawyers from the Department of Justice are not always fair.
Your Suhre & Associates criminal defense attorney will be able to negotiate with the prosecution to make the deal better. After a few hours of intense negotiation, you may find that the plea bargain has been reduced.
Psychological Support
We understand how frustrating it can be to defend yourself against federal criminal charges. That’s why our attorneys won’t just help you with the legal aspects of your case. We will help you to pull through on an emotional level as well. By providing you with a person to talk to and bounce ideas off, we can make your case a little less challenging.
Legal Advice
When going through a federal criminal case, it is not always easy to know what decisions you should make. This is especially true if you have never been through the process before. When faced with a plea bargain, for example, you have no way of knowing whether you should accept or hold out for a better offer.
A Suhre & Associates federal defense attorney will provide you with the legal advice and guidance you need to make the right calls. We can tell you if the prosecution’s deal can be improved or if you should accept it immediately. In short, we take the guess-work out of your case.
Strategy Development
If you wish to successfully defend yourself against your federal criminal charge, you will need to come up with a detailed case strategy. Of course, creating a viable strategy on your own is just about impossible. When you hire one of our criminal defense attorneys, we will review your case and the evidence against you. We will then devise a plan that maximizes your chances of a successful outcome.
Gathering Exculpatory Evidence
One of the best ways to have your federal criminal charge dismissed is to prove that you did not commit the crime that the prosecution has accused you of. If you are currently behind bars or on house arrest, it can be almost impossible for you to gather the evidence you need to clear your name.
Fortunately, your Suhre & Associates defense lawyer will not have any such limitations. We will search for witnesses, physical evidence, and electronic records. If possible, we will track down evidence which proves you could not have committed the crime.
Federal Justice System Guidance
The federal judicial system is incredibly confusing. The prosecuting attorney is under no obligation to give you a detailed explanation of how it works. Our criminal defense attorneys are always available to provide you with the information you need to navigate the court system.
We can let you know what to expect at each step in the process and provide you with reminders about any upcoming deadlines you may be facing.
If you would like to experience the many benefits of working with a Suhre & Associates lawyer, please do not hesitate to give our Louisville, Kentucky law office a call or contact us online.
An Overview of the Differences Between State and Federal Crimes
As part of our commitment to providing you with top-class legal assistance, we believe that it is our duty to help you understand some of the most important differences between state and federal criminal charges.
State Criminal Charges
You may be charged with a state crime if you commit an offense such as burglary, sexual assault, or murder, which is outlined in the Kentucky Revised Statutes. Because state crimes are a local affair, you will almost certainly be arrested by a city or county law enforcement officer before being prosecuted by your district’s state attorney.
Though the prosecuting attorney is likely to offer you a plea bargain which may involve spending time in county jail or a state penitentiary, you can also opt to bring your case to trial. Your hearing will take place in a local state court, and you may be represented by any attorney who holds a license to practice law in the state of Kentucky.
If you require legal representation for your Kentucky criminal case, please give us a call. Our experienced attorneys would be more than happy to help you fight back against your charges.
Federal Criminal Charges
If you commit a crime on federal property, federal land, or against a representative of the federal government, you may face federal criminal charges. The same is true if you commit a crime that spans across multiple states.
Federal investigations are generally led by federal law enforcement bodies. These include the ATF, DEA, and FBI. When you are picked up by one of these agencies, you can opt to strike a deal with the prosecuting attorney from the Department of Justice.
Alternatively, you can choose to take your case to the federal courts. If you plead guilty or are found guilty in court, you could face penalties ranging from small fines to multiple years in federal prison – depending on the information laid out in the federal sentencing guidelines.
Here at Suhre & Associates, we don’t want you to face any of these punishments. Get in touch with us today to set up a free consultation with one of our skilled federal defense lawyers.
Types of Federal Crimes That We Can Help With
Over the years, the Suhre & Associates team has helped our friends and neighbors in Louisville defend themselves against a wide variety of federal charges. We have the knowledge and experience to help you fight back against charges which fall into any of the following categories:
White-Collar Charges
If you have been arrested on suspicion of committing a federal crime like tax evasion, internet fraud, embezzlement, or money laundering, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. We will work diligently to have your charges reduced or dropped entirely.
Firearms Charges
Though the federal government generally does not have any issue with private individuals owning guns, they are more than willing to place you under arrest if you violate any of their rules and regulations surrounding the sale or transportation of your weapons. If you have been picked up on a federal firearms charge, please contact us as quickly as possible. We may be able to prevent you from spending years in federal prison and having a permanent criminal record.
Drug Charges
State courts usually take care of minor drug crimes that are contained to just one city, town, or neighborhood. Federal law enforcement officials, on the other hand, take a keen interest in larger drug crimes that cross state borders.
Federal punishments for crimes like drug trafficking can be severe. As such, you would be well advised to reach out to us as soon as you can if you wish to avoid spending years in the custody of the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
If the crime that you have been accused of is not on this list, we may still be able to assist. Send us a brief description of your case through our online contact form and we will be in touch soon to let you know how we can help you launch a defense.
Skilled Federal Criminal Defense Attorneys in Louisville, Kentucky
As one of the premier federal criminal defense law firms in Kentucky, Suhre & Associates, LLC takes great pride in our ability to help our clients defend themselves against their federal charges. If a federal law enforcement agency has taken you into custody and charged you with a crime, we will be there to help you.
All you need to do is give our Louisville law office a call or send us a message online to set up an initial consultation with one of our attorneys. Your first call is free, so don’t hesitate to contact us for help today.
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Louisville KY, 40202
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