A federal crime is an illegal act on U.S. federal property or a crime that is made illegal according to U.S. federal legislation. The Federal Bureau of Investigation and other federal agencies have the right to investigate all cases of federal crimes. The federal criminal code contains over 120 different categories of federal crimes. There are many types of federal crimes, which include sex crimes, violent crimes, drug crimes, and white collar crimes. 

Examples of federal crimes include:

• immigration law violations
• mail or wire fraud
• tax evasion
• child pornography
• counterfeiting
• gun laws
• postal offenses 
• etc. 

Cases involving federal crimes are heard before the federal grand jury. After reviewing testimonials, documents and evidence, the grand jury must believe with probable cause that a federal crime has been committed, in order to convict the defendant. All grand jury proceedings are kept top secret. If you are convicted with a federal crime, you will face harsh penalties and consequences. It is extremely important to contact a skilled attorney if you are charged with a federal crime in the Boston area. 

We have attorneys admitted to practice in Federal District Court.