Suffolk County Federal Defense Lawyer Jason Bassett Discusses the Federal Criminal Defense Process in New York

Dec 28, 2022

December 28, 2022 - /PressAdvantage/ - Suffolk County federal defense lawyer Jason Bassett (https://jbassettlaw.com/practice-items/federal-defense/) releases a new article that explains the federal criminal defense process in New York. The lawyer mentions that federal crimes are prosecuted under federal criminal law and not under state criminal law. A federal criminal offense means that the accused is up against prosecutors of the federal government.

According to the Suffolk County federal defense lawyer, “As a primary hub for many federal criminal prosecutions, New York sees a myriad of different offenses prosecuted in the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York. As soon as you learn that you are the target of a federal investigation or a prosecution for federal crimes, you must hire legal counsel to protect you and your legal rights.”

The lawyer explains that federal charges often carry sentences that may have a significant impact on the accused’s life. A federal criminal can face decades in federal prison. It may be hard to defend someone from a federal criminal charge since they are usually watched and investigated for a long time before they are arrested.

Attorney Jason Bassett also mentions that there are many kinds of federal crimes in the United States. These crimes include narcotics distribution, racketeering, money laundering, homicide, counterfeiting, conspiracy, firearm offenses, child pornography, computer crimes, medicare, fraud, bank fraud, mortgage fraud, wire fraud, securities fraud, investment schemes, mail fraud, Hobbs Act violations, drug crimes, and white-collar crimes.

In the article, attorney Bassett says that the federal criminal defense process in New York can vary depending on the case. However, there are common steps in the process which include investigation, arrest, initial appearance or arraignment, indictment, discovery, plea bargaining, pre-trial motions, trial, sentencing, and appeal.

Furthermore, the defense attorney says that federal sentencing is done in accordance with specific guidelines that judges are required to consider. The sentencing guidelines are written by an independent agency called the U.S. Sentencing Commission. The guidelines set out ranges to ensure that the fairness and consistency of sentencing are maintained.

Lastly, attorney Bassett emphasizes the importance of having a skilled defense lawyer when facing federal charges. An experienced lawyer may be able to help the defendant protect their rights and their freedom.

About Jason Bassett Criminal Lawyer

Jason Bassett, Esq. has dedicated his practice to defending the rights of those who are accused of criminal offenses. He puts his unique perspective as a former prosecutor to work and provides the best legal assistance he can give to his clients. Mr. Bassett brings a unique combination of skill, experience, and zealous advocacy to provide his clients with the best possible outcomes. Contact him today to schedule a consultation.

Law Offices of Jason Bassett, P.C.

320 Carleton Ave Suite 4200, Central Islip, NY 11722, United States

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