Federal Crime Attorneys in Gainesville
Defending Against Federal Crimes in Florida
Are you being investigated or have you been charged with a federal crime? If so, your future and freedom could be at stake. The Gainesville federal crime lawyers at the Law Offices of Edwards & Jones offer the reliable legal counsel and aggressive advocacy you need. We are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Our nationally recognized criminal defense attorneys understand the legal strategies needed to defend against federal charges including:
- Tax evasion
- Immigration offenses
- Trafficking or smuggling
- Counterfeiting
- Healthcare fraud
- Bank, wire, or mail fraud
- Conspiracy
- Firearms and weapons
- Kidnapping
- Money laundering
To schedule your free consultation, contact us online or call (352) 329-3632 today.
Federal Court vs. State Court
Most criminal charges in Florida arise from alleged violations of state or local laws, but federal offenses are much more serious. Anyone who violates a federal law or commits a crime that crosses state lines can be charged in federal court.
The government is currently prosecuting many cases in federal court today that were previously litigated in state court. Since federal courts operate under a different set of rules, sentences and penalties are often much more severe.
Federal courts operate on a complicated sentencing scheme that is highly punitive. Additionally, federal prosecutors often have access to greater resources than their state counterparts. These factors can mean that you will be facing a longer period of incarceration with much stiffer fines. To learn more about the penalties for your specific charges, reach out to our skilled criminal defense team.
Contact Our Federal Crimes Attorney in Gainesville Today
Federal investigations are complicated and time-consuming, and you may already know that you are a suspect. Regardless of the criminal charges being investigated, you should avoid speaking with law enforcement officials unless you have an attorney present. Although you may be very sincere in trying to help investigators, you can quickly find yourself facing a federal judge in the Middle District Court.
Our Gainesville federal crime attorneys can guide you through this process while ensuring the prosecution does not violate your rights. We have the skills to uncover evidence that can help you avoid an arrest, negotiate a plea bargain, or successfully navigate the federal criminal justice system.
For a strong defense against federal charges, contact the Law Offices of Edwards & Jones at (352) 329-3632 to schedule a consultation.
Hear From Our Happy Clients
Reviews & Testimonials
At Law Offices of Edwards & Jones, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"Mr. Jones went beyond needed services as a lawyer to help me with my very in depth case."Mr. Jones went beyond needed services as a lawyer to help me with my very in depth case. Very helpful throughout the whole 6-7 month process. Not only did he get all my questions answered to the best of his abilities but also really showed compassion for my family & I during the case as well as after. 5 star lawyer, highly recommended. Thank you for all your hard work!- Jackie A.
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"I definitely would recommend this attorney to anyone needing one. He puts his heart in his work."I hired Christopher for situation I got myself in. He worked hard to get my case dropped. I definitely would recommend this attorney to anyone needing one. He puts his heart in his work.- Roy M.
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"Mr. Edwards believed in us and took a chance, we will forever be in his debt."We are from Lake City, Florida. As parents, we sought the help of Mr. Edwards on my daughter's behalf. As a young lady, she had acquired multiple felonies with the prospect of 10-15 years in prison facing her. Mr. Edwards heard our case, took it on with confidence, and got her sentence reduced to 10 years probation, and restitution. That was 8 years ago, and my daughter is married, has a son, and is doing great. She hasn't even had a traffic violation. Because Mr. Edwards believed in us and took a chance, we will forever be in his debt. He is a great lawyer, with a very big heart.- Colin
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"He put his heart into that case."I first hired Thomas Edwards to defend me and my daughter in the early 1990s. He put his heart into that case. Of all the attorneys in the state of Florida, he would be the one I would call if the need for an attorney ever arose again.- Jan
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Acquitted at trial Aggravated Battery on Pregnant victim
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Charges Dismissed Assault
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Charges Dismissed Attempted Murder First Degree Premeditated
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Charges Reduced To Misdemeanor Battery
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Acquitted at Trial of all charges. Battery
