Gainesville Federal Property Crimes Attorney
Florida Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer
Crimes committed on federal or government property are considered to be federal property crimes and are federal offenses, usually charged as felonies. Federal property crimes are unique in that the defendant may be charged in both State and Federal court for the same crime, and yet this is not considered to be a violation of fifth amendment rights (where a person cannot be tried for the same crime twice, also referred to as "double jeopardy.") This is not considered a violation of constitutional rights because the federal property crime is considered one charge and the State can then bring its own charges against the defendant, for the crime itself.
If you have been accused of a federal property crime, you will need a capable and aggressive federal criminal defense lawyer who has the skill and experience to protect your rights and interests even in the face of federal prosecution.
Gainesville federal criminal defense attorney Robert G. Whittel is familiar with defending federal property crimes and will do whatever it takes to build a strong defense for your unique case. With office locations in Gainesville, Ocala and Bushnell, attorney Whittel helps clients throughout Florida who are facing white collar and federal crimes charges.
Federal Property Crimes in Florida
At the Law Offices of Robert G. Whittel, we handle a number of federal and government property crime cases, including:
- Theft (aircraft, watercraft, or motor vehicle)
- Arson
- Burglary
- Drug-related offenses
- Theft of property
- Trespassing
- Driving under the influence (DUI)
- Federal intellectual property theft (copyright, trademark)
Regardless of the specific federal property crime charges you may face, it is important to consult a skilled lawyer as soon as possible. By working with defense lawyer Robert Whittel immediately, he can begin to build a case in your favor and secure a not guilty verdict or minimal penalties for your charges.
Contact Gainesville federal property crimes defense attorney Robert G. Whittel today!