Federal vs. State Crimes
Our Miami Federal Defense Lawyers Highlight Key Similarities And Differences
As a person living and working in the United States, you have a responsibility to abide by certain laws. These are set forth on a local, state, and federal level, and you may face serious repercussions for violating any of these. When it comes to state versus federal charges, it is important to understand the differences and similarities, so you can ensure you have the right attorney on your side to defend your interests.
At Beckham Law Firm, we have extensive experience with state and federal crimes. We represent clients in the face of both types of charges, in both court systems. While we welcome you to continue reading to learn more about state versus federal offenses, we also recommend that you contact our office at your earliest convenience to talk about a specific charge or investigation.
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Aggravated Battery Charges Dismissed
Aggravated Battery on an Elderly Person - At 4:53 pm officers responded to a disturbance and upon arrival met with the elderly victim who stated that the Defendant and her had gotten into a verbal disagreement which then escalated into a physical altercation. The Defendant had struck the victim with a broom stick, a piece of a door frame and slapped her several times in the face with an open palm.
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2nd Degree Murder – Case Dismissed
At 7:43 PM, the Defendant who was a Miami-Dade Public Transit employee surrendered at the Miami-Dade Police Department. The Defendant and the victim engaged in a heated verbal dispute over which exit door the victim was supposed to utilize. The victim was belligerent and yelled obscene remarks to the Defendant who remained on the driver’s seat.
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Multiple Charges Case Dismissed
Aggravated Assault w/ Deadly Weapon, Domestic Violence, and Child Abuse - At 4:28 PM, officer was dispatched in reference to a domestic disturbance between a father and son. Upon arrival, the officer made contact with the Defendant who stated he had a physical altercation with his father. The Defendant stated that he arrived to the residency where he lives with his mother and father; and then a verbal argument ensued with his father which led them to confronting each other in the backyard of the residence.
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Robbery Case Dismissed
Strong Arm Robbery - At 11:44 PM, law enforcement was called to respond to a possible suspect of robbery and battery. The Defendant had been observed by the victim earlier this day as the Defendant approached the victim while she was eating and having drinks with some friends. The Defendant told the victim she needed to leave the location and if not he would take her phone. The victim then told the Defendant she will not leave the place and he became enraged.
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Battery Case Dismissed
Battery on a Elderly Person - At 5:59 PM, law enforcement was dispatched in reference to domestic battery between husband, wife and daughter. Upon arrival, the officer made contact with victim 1 who was in distress and crying. Victim 1 stated that the Defendant became upset while at home and that the Defendant started to break things around the house then pulled her hair while he would break her face to put up a right fist. Victim 1 stated that she has been living in fear since she married the Defendant.
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Domestic Violence Case Dismissed
Domestic Violence Strangulation - At 4:38 PM law enforcement began to investigate, both the Defendant and Victim 1. The Defendant was taken into custody and taken into interview room for further questioning. The Defendant admitted that he and victim 1 were involved in a verbal dispute but denied that the incident ever became physical. The Defendant and the victims were inside the Defendants vehicle when the argument occurred.
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“I highly recommended Beckham Law Firm, for a top notch professional & straight forward criminal defense representation. They are fast, on point & available at anytime. Thanks to their experience and hands on attitude my case was dismissed. It is a total life changer. Thanks so much to the whole team you are the best!”- Luis C.
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