Nebraska Federal Crimes Defense Attorney
Have you been charged with a federal crime in Nebraska? It's intimidating. You will face challenges and potential consequences different from state court. Whether you have been charged with a white collar crime or you are involved in drug cases, you want a lawyer who understands federal courts. You want a lawyer who's been there, who knows the players and it's procedures. From his office in Omaha, attorney A. Michael Bianchi can help you understand your options. He can guide you through the federal court minefield.
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Because a Guilty Plea is Not Your Only Option
The charges you face depend on where and when you were charged, the severity of the crime, along with your prior contact with the law. Attorney Bianchi represents individuals who have been charged with the following federal crimes in Nebraska:
- Bank robbery: Bank robberies are always federal crimes, because banks are federally insured. Almost all other robberies are tried in state court.
- Weapons charges: Federal law mandates that all gun and firearm cases are tried in federal court. This can make things particularly complex if you face weapons charges with another charge.
- White collar crime: Most white collar crime cases are charged in federal court, from embezzlement to fraud, from tax evasion to regulatory violations.
- Drug cases: The majority of federal crimes charged in Nebraska are drug cases. However, not all drug cases are charged in federal court. This is largely a prosecutorial decision, which depends on a number of factors. Most notable among those factors are the quantity and type of drugs along with adjusting factors such as your roll in the offense "e.i" kingpin versus mule, whether someone was hurt or killed and whether you had a gun or committed an act of violence.
Nebraska state courts usually handle homicides, domestic violence, and sex crimes.
Federal Sentencing Guidelines
When it comes to federal sentencing guidelines, you may have more options than you realize. There have been many changes regarding federal sentencing law lately. These changes increase the opportunity for lighter sentences and more flexible sentences. The federal sentencing guidelines – which used to be hard and fast rules – are now just suggestions. Trial and appellate judges have been told that these guidelines are available and they should consult them, but they are no longer mandatory.
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You may not understand all your options for sentencing if you face federal criminal charges, but an experienced lawyer can help you with the process. With almost twenty years of criminal defense experience, attorney A. Michael Bianchi knows the process and it's players. He's been there and defended people many times over. Contact him today for more information about your criminal defense.
