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Federal Charges Attorney in St. Louis, MO
If you face federal criminal charges, the complex character of the federal laws and the separate federal criminal justice system make it imperative to be represented by a lawyer. With more than a decade of criminal defense experience, criminal defense lawyer David Mueller helps clients charged with federal offenses in Missouri and Illinois.
Legal representation in federal court is critical for several reasons, including the fact that federal cases tend to be much more complicated than state-level criminal cases. In addition, the penalties and sentences can be far more drastic. Finally, the federal rules of evidence, the sentencing guidelines, and the criminal procedure in federal court are highly technical and much more formal than in state courts.
Federal Investigations
Federal investigations typically put the accused under enormous scrutiny, using undercover agent schemes and sophisticated surveillance like Title III wiretaps, GPS monitoring, and pole cameras. Defending against federal charges requires an attorney with the experience and knowledge to challenge the potential violations of your constitutional rights through dedicated litigation. David Mueller has substantial experience in federal criminal cases. He knows the laws, procedures, and practices and has the skill to minimize the potential harm to his clients.
Unlike state investigations, federal investigations can often take months and even years to resolve. Early intervention by a knowledgeable attorney can help narrow the scope of an investigation and initiate your defense before charges are formally brought by a federal grand jury.
The federal government leans on the investigative resources of several government agencies, including the FBI, IRS, SEC, DEA, and ATF, and can even use state resources under the name of “task force.” Don’t wait for all of these agencies to prepare boxes of paperwork from bank records, cell phone records, and wiretaps without starting your defense yourself by retaining a criminal defense lawyer.
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David Mueller has the experience and skill to defend against any federal criminal offense. If you are facing charges in federal court in Missouri or Illinois, contact David for a free consultation by calling
(314) 530-8633or using the online contact form.