Federal Crimes
Panama City, Federal Crimes Defense Attorney
Federal crimes are usually crimes that involve more serious offenses, but also may involve crimes that entail a national consequence, such as a terrorist threat or an international drug trafficking offense. When you or someone you love faces a federal crime charge, you should know your rights and the potential penalties you face. At The Law Office of Chris Patterson, P.A., we will help you to understand your rights and options, and aggressively defend your civil liberties in court.
Federal sentencing guidelines make penalties of federal crimes very serious. When facing a federal crime, you need an experienced federal defense attorney who can effectively assert your rights in court. Contact Chris Patterson today for a free consultation.
If you have been charged with a federal crime, or believe that you may be charged with a federal crime, it is imperative that you consult with an experienced federal crimes defense lawyer as soon as possible. At The Law Offices of Chris Patterson, P.A., we are dedicated to protecting the civil liberties and rights of individuals facing serious federal crimes charges including drug trafficking defense, firearms possession, terrorism, federal internet crimes, and property crimes or fraud.
We are experienced in defending clients in the following federal crimes cases:
- Federal drug crimes: drug trafficking, drug conspiracy, illegal drug manufacturing, cocaine possession, marijuana possession and distribution
- ATF (Alcohol, tobacco, firearms) charges
- Terrorism: bomb threats, death threats against public officials, anthrax attacks
- Federal gang crime offenses
- Federal internet crimes: fraud, child pornography
- Bank robbery
- White collar crimes: fraud, mail fraud, tax fraud, embezzlement, RICO violations, conspiracy, healthcare fraud
Minimum sentencing
Federal crimes offenses often carry serious penalties involving mandatory minimum sentences. If you are convicted under a three strikes drug law, you could face a lifetime sentence. There is also a mandatory minimum sentence for firearms charges in connection with a drug offense or a terrorism threat.
The Federal Criminal Trial process
The federal trial process moves much faster than the state system and involves a very different set of rules and procedures. When you are facing a federal offense, it is crucial that you work with a legal team you can trust to effectively assert your rights and minimize the penalties in your case. Our primary attorney, Chris Patterson, has over 23 years of criminal defense work and extensive experience in navigating the federal system. Contact us today to begin an immediate and thorough investigation into your case.
Free consultations • Credit cards accepted • Evening, weekend, and off site consultations by appointment • Located conveniently on Panama City Beach Parkway (Highway 98) near Interstate 10
Contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced criminal defense lawyer in Panama City, Florida. We are experienced in serious federal crimes defense including drug trafficking, terrorist threats, fraud, and white-collar crimes defense.
Law Offices of Chris Patterson P.A.
532 Lakeshore Drive
Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Phone: (850) 233-9119
Fax: (850) 233-4779
