Broken Arrow Federal Criminal Defense Attorneys
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Oklahoma City, OK 73102
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If you have been charged with a federal offense or violent crimes in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, or even if you just have an inkling that you are under investigation for one, then you should strongly consider hiring an experienced criminal defense attorney. Only with an experienced and adept lawyer at your side can you rest assured that everything is being done to invoke your rights and protect your interests and future.
The federal criminal defense lawyers at the national law firm Oberheiden P.C. represent defendants and suspects in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. They have built a strong record of successes in federal court with their savvy defense strategies, comprehensive legal solutions, and vigorous advocacy.
Oberheiden P.C. Handles a Variety of Federal Cases in Broken Arrow
Many of the cases that Oberheiden P.C. handles in Broken Arrow involve healthcare fraud and other forms of white collar crimes. However, our experienced federal defense attorneys have also represented clients in a wide variety of other federal offenses, including:
- Securities fraud
- Bank fraud
- Mail fraud and wire fraud
- Public corruption and bribery
- Tax fraud and tax evasion
- Insurance fraud
- Drug crimes
- Criminal conspiracy
- Money laundering
- Mortgage fraud
Many of these offenses are felonies that carry at least a year in prison, along with a variety of other repercussions upon conviction, such as:
- Criminal fines
- Probation
- Restitution payments
- Suspension or revocation of professional licenses or certificates
Additionally, many of these federal offenses – such as those involving healthcare or securities fraud – can also be charged as civil lawsuits by the government. While these civil cases do not carry prison time, the financial repercussions of a judgment against you can be staggering. Worse, unlike in a criminal case, law enforcement does not have to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt in order to secure a civil judgment against you. It is not uncommon for federal prosecutors to file criminal charges for one of these offenses, realize that you have a strong defense or that their evidence is weak, but then pivot to a civil case, instead.
The Broken Arrow federal criminal lawyers at Oberheiden P.C. are familiar with this tactic, and strive to legally represent criminal defendants in ways that do not expose them to civil liability in an attempt to avoid prison time.
Founder Attorney-at-Law Former DOJ Trial Attorney Partner Former U.S. Attorney 55th Speaker, U.S. House of Representatives (ret.) Government Consultant Of Counsel Former U.S. Secretary of State Former Senior DOJ Trial Attorney Federal Appeals Attorney Former Prosecutor Former Special Agent (DOJ) Former Special Agent (FBI & IRS-CI) Former Supervisory Special Agent (DOD-OIG) Former Supervisory Special Agent (FBI)Put our highly experienced team on your side
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Oberheiden P.C.: A Law Firm of Experienced Broken Arrow Federal Criminal Defense Attorneys
When you are facing federal criminal charges, you need a federal defense team. These charges are serious, and not just because they tend to carry harsher penalties than similar state offenses.
The most important difference between state and federal offenses is the fact that federal prosecutors and investigators pursue federal offenses. The local district attorney’s office or the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office pursue state offenses. While the district attorney and the attorney general are not insignificant, the fact is that they pale in comparison to federal law enforcement agencies. In many cases, individual departments within federal agencies have a larger staff and more resources on hand than either of these state law enforcement agencies.
That makes a huge difference when challenging a federal criminal charge. Many defense lawyers – including some very good ones – who focus on state cases get overwhelmed by the demands of a federal case. The federal government investigation is far more thorough, the evidence it gathers is often stronger and supported with multiple layers of facts, and the presentation of the case is often pristine. Defense lawyers who have come to expect the quality of a prosecution that is brought by state law enforcement agencies with far fewer resources and time at their disposal are in for a rough surprise in federal court.
You end up paying the price of the criminal justice system, though. When your defense lawyer finds out that he or she is out of their element in federal court, the repercussions for their lack of preparation will fall on you, the defendant.
That is why you need a Broken Arrow federal criminal attorney to represent you against federal charges.
At Oberheiden P.C., we focus our defense practice in federal court and against federal charges, rather than in state court like most other law firms do. We understand what it takes to go up against massive federal law enforcement agencies and win. We have developed a strong track record of successes against federal agents and investigators, regulators, and prosecutors from the following agencies:
- U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
- Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
In fact, many of the Broken Arrow federal criminal defense attorneys and investigators who make up Oberheiden P.C. spent many years working within some of these same law enforcement agencies and former prosecutors before joining our firm. We know how investigations and prosecutions work because we used to do them. Defendants who tap Oberheiden P.C. for criminal defense representation in federal court benefit from the insider’s knowledge that we bring to their defense, as we are frequently able to predict what prosecutors will do and then prepare for it.
This is why Oberheiden P.C. has a handled over 2,000 federal cases across the United States and secured numerous favorable outcomes for our clients, such as:
- Lenient sentencing, including significant downward variations to applicable federal sentencing guidelines
- Outright acquittals
- Dropped charges for criminal offenses
- Case dismissals
If brought into a case early enough, Oberheiden P.C. may even been able to persuade investigators and prosecutors not to file criminal charges at all. By being proactive and taking steps early on, we have ended numerous cases for our clients by wisely presenting exculpatory evidence that makes it clear that a further federal investigation would be a waste of time. This would not just eliminate legal liability for our client, it would also reduce their legal costs and end the stress of facing federal charges and legal matters even before they began.
Some Frequently Asked Questions About Oberheiden P.C. and Federal Criminal Defense
How Likely is it for My Case to Go to Trial?
The vast majority of federal crimes end outside of the courtroom without a trial after:
- A plea bargain is struck
- The charges are dropped by prosecutors
- The case is dismissed by the judge
However, there are numerous factors that can increase the odds that your federal criminal case goes to trial. First and foremost are your personal interests. If you have a strong defense and you are intent on clearing your name, then the odds that your case will go to trial increase dramatically. On the other hand, if you want to make the case go away quickly and are willing to accept a plea deal, then it is very unlikely that there will be a trial.
In either case, our Broken Arrow federal criminal lawyers can be a huge help to you. Even if you want to plead guilty, there is a lot that a strong defense attorney can do to aggressively defend and preserve your interests. Negotiating the terms of the plea deal can drastically alter how much it will hurt your future.
What is a White Collar Offense?
A white collar crime is a property crime that does not involve violence and that was motivated by a financial interest. It is generally a form of theft, and frequently involves the use of deception or deceit. A few examples are embezzlement, bribery, bank fraud, tax fraud, and money laundering.
Defending against white collar allegations is very different than defending against other types of crimes, particularly violent offenses. White collar cases are very “document heavy,” with much of the evidence coming in the form of financial statements, emails, and other papers. With so much evidence that is concrete and memorialized in its final form, it often takes a different set of techniques to present facts that are favorable to you than in other cases, where the evidence comes from witness testimony that can be challenged in court.
What Makes Oberheiden P.C. Different from Other Federal Defense Firms in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma?
The main thing that makes our law office different from other criminal defense firms is how we structure our law firm.
Other criminal law firms have a couple of extremely experienced partners and senior associates as OK lawyers, a bunch of junior associates who have not been practicing law for more than five years or so, and then even more paralegals and legal secretaries who handle administrative tasks and perform lots of the legwork that gathers evidence to support your defense. It is not uncommon for clients of these firms to be smitten by the experience of the senior lawyers and hire the firm, only to see the vast majority of their case get delegated to junior associates and paralegals.
That is not what we do at Oberheiden P.C.
At Oberheiden P.C., our entire staff is composed of senior-level lawyers who have numerous years of experience in federal criminal defense and have bar admissions in United States District Courts and Oklahoma State Courts. That means that we cannot delegate any of your casework to less experienced legal professionals, because we do not have any. All of the work done on your case will be performed by the experienced attorneys who drew you to our firm.
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Reach Out to Oberheiden P.C. Today to Talk with a Broken Arrow Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer
If you have been charged with a federal offense or suspect that you are under investigation for committing one, you need legal representation. This is not a problem that is likely to go away on its own, and delaying will only make it worse.
Call Oberheiden P.C.’s national intake number at (888) 680-1745 or contact them online for a free consultation and get started on your defense in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.