New York City Federal Defense Attorney
Federal Criminal Defense
Crimes committed on United States federal property are known as federal crimes. During his legal experience, New York City federal defense lawyer Jonathan Marks, has tried many cases involving serious federal criminals. From his law offices in Manhattan, NY, Attorney Marks has successfully represented clients in numerous federal cases. Various federal crimes include counterfeiting, kidnapping, tax evasion, art theft, arson, immigration offenses, assault, and destroying mailboxes. Mail Fraud involving the US Postal Service or that crosses state lines is also considered federal in nature.
If you have been accused of a federal crime, it is extremely important to seek representation by an attorney who understands the intricate details and processes of federal trials which are significantly different than state trials. Unlike state trials, prosecutors are allowed to withhold information until after witness testimonies which can severely impede the case of the alleged criminal. There are also strict penalty guidelines in federal court and sentencing is decided solely by a judge, not a jury, like in state trials. New York trial attorney Jon Marks is familiar with federal court procedures and has experience to act on every opportunity to get a fair trial for his accused client.
There are currently over 4,000 violations in the US which carry criminal penalties. Federal crimes are not only the most harshly sentenced but they are also the most aggressively prosecuted. If the accused is convicted, their sentencing can consist of probation, orders of community service, restitution for losses caused by their wrongdoings, expensive fines, prison time, a combination of the above or the death penalty. It is imperative that the alleged criminal hire a skilled attorney who has experience negotiating a deal with the prosecution in which the least severe punishment is provided.
New York City attorney, Jonathan Marks stands ready to advise and defend those who are under criminal investigation or have been accused of serious crimes before State and Federal Courts in Manhattan, throughout New York City and the United States.
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