Federal Crimes in Arkansas

Some crimes—such as robbery, burglary, and homicide—are state crimes.  People suspected of committing these crimes stand trial in Arkansas courts under Arkansas law, and they have an Arkansas criminal defense lawyer handle their defense.

However, some acts are crimes under federal law as well.  People accused of these crimes stand trial in a federal court.  Defending people against federal charges may be beyond the expertise of many Arkansas criminal defense lawyers.  But at The James Law Firm, our attorneys are well versed in both state and federal criminal law.

Federal and state crimes

The interplay between federal and state criminal laws can be complicated.  In many cases conduct that is illegal under Arkansas law may also be illegal under federal law.  A person suspected of such conduct may face charges in both state and federal court and may receive two separate prison sentences for the same conduct if convicted in both.  In addition, a person who gets an acquittal in state court may still face federal charges since some laws overlap in both jurisdictions, including:

• Drug trafficking
• Obstructing a federal investigation or lying to a federal investigator
• Participating in a criminal enterprise in violation of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act
• Securities fraud
• Money laundering
• Kidnapping
• Hate crimes
• Firearms violations

You need an Arkansas federal criminal attorney

Federal crimes carry large fines and lengthy sentences in federal prison, often more so than comparable state crimes.  In addition, the possibility of receiving both federal and state sentences for the same conduct makes federal crimes a very serious matter.  Federal courts follow rules of procedure and evidence that are considerably different from those of Arkansas courts.  Therefore, if you are under investigation or facing charges for a federal crime, not just any Arkansas criminal defense attorney will do. 

To ensure you have competent representation and a comprehensive legal defense, you need the help of a federal criminal law attorney in Arkansas.  Because our attorneys are well versed in both Arkansas and federal criminal law, we can defend our clients against both state and federal criminal charges.

Speak to an experienced Arkansas federal criminal law attorney

If you are involved in a federal criminal investigation or proceeding, consulting an Arkansas federal criminal attorney early is vital to protecting your rights throughout the process.  The Arkansas criminal defense attorneys of The James Law Firm are committed to providing aggressive legal representation at a fair price.  Contact The James Law Firm for a consultation regarding your legal needs.

Serving clients throughout the State of Arkansas

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Phone: 501.375.0900