Federal prosecutors typically handle specific types of criminal activity. This is because some offenses are only prosecutable by the federal government.

David Higdon, a McAllen federal attorney, has handled a wide range of federal crimes, including:

• Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act – You will be charged under the RICO statute if you gain or maintain income or interest in an organization that affects interstate or foreign commerce through a pattern of racketeering that is closely related to organized crime. A conviction usually results in a large fine and a lengthy prison sentence. Learn more about RICO charges and how to defend yourself.
• Terrorism Charges– If you commit or attempt to commit acts of mass destruction or injury, you could face domestic or international terrorism charges. These are serious charges that could result in life in prison or the death penalty. Contact McAllen federal defense attorney David Higdon right away to discuss how to best defend against these charges.
• Counterfeiting– You could be charged with forgery. If there is evidence that you forged any type of US currency or possessed counterfeit currency, you could face significant fines and prison time. If you are accused of creating, possessing, or distributing forged money, contact Higdon Law Firm right away.
• Tax Fraud– If you dishonestly filed a false tax return or cheated on your taxes in any way to avoid paying, you could be charged with tax fraud. Depending on the specific charge, you could face steep fines and years in prison.
• Human Trafficking– Force, coerce, entice, or trick someone into involuntary servitude, including sex work, is illegal. If there is evidence that you are involved in human or sex trafficking in some way, such as recruitment or transportation, you will be charged with a federal offense punishable by years in prison.
• Drug Offenses – When charged with a federal drug offense, you face severe minimum penalties as well as other consequences. You could face decades in prison depending on the drug and amount of illegal substance you were allegedly found with. To learn more, please contact a federal attorney at our firm.
• Fraud – Fraud occurs when you use lies, misrepresentations, and other forms of deception to obtain something illegally. This offense can be committed against the United States Postal Service, other government agencies, and others at the federal level.
• Embezzlement – If you are accused of stealing money while in a position of trust, you could face serious consequences in federal court. To learn more, contact attorney David Higdon.
• Child Pornography– Pornography that includes or depicts children in sexual situations is prohibited. The federal government aggressively investigates child pornography and prosecutes those who share minors’ images or files across state lines. If you have been charged with creating, possessing, or distributing child pornography, you should contact McAllen federal crimes attorney David Higdon right away.