Defenses to Federal crimes While some criminal issues are handled in federal court, the majority of cases are dealt with in state and county courts. While there are similarities between states, the definition of a federal crime and the punishment for federal crimes differ. It is extremely important to consult with a federal criminal defense lawyer who is very familiar with the court in which your matter will be heard to protect your rights. There are several common defenses to Federal Crimes including reliance upon the advice of … [Read more...]
Crack Cocaine Sentencing Disparity Change May Lead to Sentence Reduction
July 1, 2011 by
The United States Sentencing Commission voted today to apply the Fair Sentencing Act of 2010 guidelines to the retroactively to those currently serving sentences for crack cocaine charges. The amendment will become effective on November 1, 2011. Last August, House lawmakers approved a measure to reduce sentencing inconsistencies between crack and powder cocaine. For the past 30 years, people arrested for crack offenses faced more severe sentencing than those caught with powder cocaine. A person found in possession of 500 grams of powder … [Read more...]
