Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What Should You Do if You’re Under Federal Investigation?
In most federal cases, there will be an extensive federal investigation before you are arrested or indicted. The criminal investigation is typically the first stage of a federal case. Initial reports that tip the government off to a crime could come from a victim, a witness, or someone else. When the federal government launches… Read More »
6 Important Defenses to Consider in a Florida Federal Drug Case
Fighting drug crimes is a top priority for the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). With a multi-billion-dollar budget, they have thousands of agents and very high-tech equipment to help aid in their investigation of various drug crimes. This is in conjunction with the multi-billion-dollar budget of the U.S. Attorney’s Office who prosecutes federal drug crimes…. Read More »
What to Know About Federal Firearms Charges
The U.S. Constitution allows you the right to “keep and bear arms,” however, this is not an absolute right to keep just any weapon and carry it in whatever manner you choose. Also, convicted felons cannot be in possession of a weapon. Firearms offenses are taken seriously, and you could be facing significant penalties,… Read More »
Tips for Choosing the Right Florida Federal Criminal Defense Attorney
Choosing the right attorney for any type of case is crucial. However, it’s even more critical to make the right choice when you are facing federal criminal charges. Being charged with a federal crime is a very serious matter and requires an attorney with specific legal experience. You want a Fort Lauderdale federal criminal… Read More »
Fighting Florida Public Corruption Charges
The term public corruption refers to any number of criminal acts committed by someone in a public office. These cases need to be handled with absolute professionalism and discretion. Any crime charged under public corruption is one that involves violating the public trust as well as that of individual citizens. Examples of public corruption… Read More »
What to Do if You’re Arrested for Tax Fraud in Florida
Are you under investigation for problems with your tax reporting? Are you facing potential charges for tax fraud or tax evasion in Florida? Tax fraud is a federal crime, which means you are under investigation by the IRS. Federal crimes are different than state crimes. With state-level crimes, you are often arrested and then… Read More »
How to Choose a Federal Criminal Defense Attorney
If you are under investigation, or you’ve been indicted already for a federal crime, you definitely need a lawyer. However, you don’t want to hire just any attorney, you need the right one. Making this decision can be stressful, but given what’s at stake, it’s not a decision to take lightly. While there are… Read More »
What if the Florida Police Don’t Read Me My Rights?
Almost everyone has seen a television crime show where the suspect is arrested, and he is immediately read his rights. It always starts with, “You have the right to remain silent.” Collectively, these rights are known as Miranda Rights, or a Miranda Warning. There is often an assumption that if someone is not read… Read More »
Are There Legal Consequences to Waiving Extradition?
The term extradition refers to removing someone to a different location because that particular country or state has legal jurisdiction over whatever criminal matter is being pursued. The defendant is in a different place than where the arrest warrant was issued and where charges are being or have been filed. In order to get… Read More »
How Does a Grand Jury Hearing Work in Florida?
If you are being brought before a grand jury, it means that you are facing federal criminal charges. This hearing involves grand jury members listening to testimony and evidence in order to decide on whether or not to hand down an indictment. An indictment is what starts a federal felony offense case. You may… Read More »
