FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER IN SAN DIEGO AND WESTERN STATES

Nate Crowley Law Office, PC, based in San Diego, focuses extensively on federal criminal defense. He is appointed by federal court judges to represent defendants in the Southern District of California. Nate Crowley, criminal defense lawyer is also hired by private clients facing federal charges.

Clients charged with a federal crime face extremely high stakes, including mandatory minimums and guideline sentencing that can range from a few years to decades long. Federal charges have a devastating impact on the defendant’s life and their loved ones. Leaving the case in the hands of an attorney who has never or rarely practiced in federal court can result in a negative case outcome that has a devastating impact on the defendant’s future and the lives of their loved ones. Choosing a federal defense attorney with substantial federal court experience, like Nate Crowley, can significantly increase your chances of having a positive outcome.

COMMON SAN DIEGO FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE CHARGES

Here are just a few common- examples of the types of federal criminal defense cases Nate Crowley.handles.

FEDERAL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE CRIMES

FEDERAL DRUG OFFENSE - IMPORTATION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE 21 USC § 952, 960

Example – A person has a controlled substance, such as meth or fentanyl, hidden in their purse when they walk across the border.

Common Defense – The defendant did not know the drugs were in her possession because someone else put them there.

RECENT SUCCESS (2024) – Nate’s client had over 110 pounds of fentanyl pills concealed in the tire of a pickup truck when he crossed the border. After showing the client did not know the drugs were there, the case was dismissed.

RECENT SUCCESS: (2023) – Nate’s client had about 50 pounds of cocaine hidden in the lining of his car. The client’s release was secured after about a week of jail, and the client was sentenced to straight probation (no more jail, no house arrest, just probation.)

FEDERAL DRUG OFFENSE - CONSPIRACY TO DISTRIBUTE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES 21 USC § 841, 846

FEDERAL DRUG OFFENSE - POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES 21 USC § 841, 846

FEDERAL DRUG OFFENSE - MONEY LAUNDERING OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE PROCEEDS 18 USC § 1956

FEDERAL FIREARM OFFENSES

FEDERAL FIREARM OFFENSE - 18 USC § 922 FELON IN POSSESSION OF FIREARM

Example - After being convicted of a felony in another case, a person with a gun in their bag is arrested by the police.

Common Defense - Unaware of presence of gun; necessity/duress.

RECENT SUCCESS: 2022 – Nate’s client served 60 months in federal prison for felon in possession, and shortly after release was caught again with a gun during a downtown San Diego gang shootout. Despite having just finished a 60-month sentence for the same crime, Nate’s client received a probation sentence in state court with no jail.

OTHER CHARGES FEDERAL CASE LAWYER NATE CROWLEY HANDLES:

FEDERAL FELONY MAIL FRAUD 18 U.S.C. § 1341

FEDERAL FELONY WIRE FRAUD 18 U.S.C. § 1341

DEFENDING FEDERAL CRIMINAL CASES REQUIRES A CALCULATED APPROACH

Even if your federal charge is also a crime under state law, it will be tried as a federal court case. Being tried in a federal court is very different than appearing in a state court, especially with regard to sentencing.

Your case will be investigated by federal law enforcement such as FBI, DHS, CBP, or DEA, and prosecuted by the United States Attorney’s Office, part of the U.S. Department of Justice. These agencies have more resources and more leverage over suspects than state agencies.

If you have committed a federal or state felony in California, the best way to maximize your odds of a good outcome is to work with an experienced federal criminal defense attorney in San Diego.

Accused of a federal or state crime? For help with your case, call Nate Crowley, Federal Defense Attorney today at 619-202-8188.