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FEDERAL CRIMINAL OFFENSES
The "federal case" becomes very serious very quickly due to the federal sentencing guidelines that determine the range of the sentence. Depending on the number of months within the guideline range, a defendant may be sentenced to probation, house arrest or prison or penitentiary. It takes very little for one to become subject to the potential for imprisonment if charged with a Federal offense.
The defendant's prior record is also critical in the determination of the sentencing guideline range. A sentence is determined by computing the offense level and the criminal history category based on prior offenses.
CHARACTERIZATION OF OFFENSE
Federal criminal offenses are characterized as felonies and misdemeanors. Felonies are more serious and generally carry a guideline sentence range, requiring imprisonment. Misdemeanors are lesser violations, often resulting in only a probationary sentence.
Our attorneys have had significant experience, both in successfully trying federal criminal cases and also in arguing for more lenient sentences. We have lawyers who are licensed in the District of New Jersey and the Eastern and Western Districts of Pennsylvania. We can also practice in many other jurisdictions.
At Sufrin Zucker Steinberg Sonstein & Wixted, we keep current as to any changes in the law and matters relevant to defense. Our combined years of experience give us the expertise necessary to navigate the difficult obstacles placed before you. Saul Steinberg was a municipal prosecutor for over 20 years. Dennis Wixted and Jeffrey Zucker were also municipal prosecutors. Paul Sonstein served as a Municipal Court judge for over 10 years. In addition, our lawyers have been steadfastly defending criminal matters for decades. It is with great pride that we carry out our mission on behalf of our clients.
If you’ve been charged with a federal offense, contact us immediately
by using the form above. You may also use our contact
page to reach us for assistance with your defense to the charges.
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