Looking for a Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer?
Cafferty & Scheidegger, S.C., is a Racine and Kenosha, Wisconsin, law firm that provides efficient and effective defense to individuals who face charges for federal crimes including:
- Federal drug conspiracies
- Bank robbery
- Marijuana grow operations
- White collar fraud cases
- Bank fraud
- Medicaid and Medicare fraud
- Tax fraud
- Money laundering
Our Wisconsin Federal Crime Defense Attorney
Our lawyer’s commitment to excellence has earned them listings as Wisconsin Super Lawyer® from 2008 through 2022. In addition, our reputation for high standards has earned him an AV Distinguished rating by Martindale-Hubbell.
The Governing Federal Statutes
Federal criminal law is codified across multiple titles of the United States Code. The offenses most commonly charged in the Eastern District of Wisconsin fall under:
- 18 U.S.C. § 1347: Federal health-care fraud.
- 18 U.S.C. § 1956 and § 1957: Money laundering.
- 21 U.S.C. § 841 and § 846: Federal drug manufacture, distribution, possession-with-intent, and conspiracy.
- 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7b: The federal Anti-Kickback Statute governing Medicare and Medicaid.
- 26 U.S.C. § 7201: Federal tax evasion.
Federal practice differs from state practice in ways that matter to the outcome. The Speedy Trial Act sets a 70-day clock, the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines produce an advisory sentencing range the court considers alongside the § 3553(a) factors, and the grand jury process at charging gives the defense limited visibility. An experienced federal criminal defense attorney navigates those differences from day one.
Most criminal trials are prosecuted in state courts, not federal courts. This means that most criminal defense attorneys aren’t experienced in dealing with federal criminal cases or federal courts.
If you are facing federal charges, you need an experienced federal criminal defense lawyer. Cafferty & Scheidegger, S.C. has decades of experience dealing with both federal cases as well as the federal court system. The attorneys at Cafferty & Scheidegger understands the federal court system and the advantages and disadvantages of trying a case in federal court.
Federal charges require an attorney with federal criminal defense experience. If you or a loved one have been accused of a federal crime, then the case will be tried in federal court.
Federal crimes include crimes that were committed against federal agencies including but not limited to: DEA – Drug Enforcement Agency (ex. – drug trafficking), SEC – Securities and Exchange Commission (ex. – fraud, Ponzi schemes), the U.S. Treasury (ex. – counterfeiting money), etc.
There are crimes that are charged as federal crimes because they involve crossing state lines or crimes where a federal agency, such as the U.S. Postal Service, is used while committing an illegal act.
So if you are facing a criminal charge, retain an experienced federal criminal defense attorney from Cafferty & Scheidegger, S.C..
Why Hire Cafferty & Scheidegger?
Pat and the entire staff at Cafferty & Scheidegger, S.C., take the time to understand the individual circumstances of each client so they can accomplish the best result. Our regular office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with evening and weekend appointments available. You are welcome to call or text us 24 hours a day at 262-632-5000. We will travel to see you, if necessary. Contact us online or by calling 262-632-5000 to speak with a lawyer.
