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Common Federal Court Crimes

Federal courts handle a wide range of criminal cases, and the specific crimes and statutes can vary depending on the jurisdiction and circumstances. However, some common federal court crimes and corresponding statutes include:

1. Drug Offenses:

  • Possession with Intent to Distribute (21 U.S.C. § 841)

  • Drug Trafficking (21 U.S.C. § 841)

  • Drug Manufacturing (21 U.S.C. § 841)

  • Conspiracy to Distribute Drugs (21 U.S.C. § 846)

2. White-Collar Crimes:

  • Wire Fraud (18 U.S.C. § 1343)

  • Mail Fraud (18 U.S.C. § 1341)

  •  Bank Fraud (18 U.S.C. § 1344)

  • Securities Fraud (various statutes)

  • Tax Fraud (26 U.S.C. § 7201)

  • Money Laundering (18 U.S.C. § 1956)

3. Firearms Offenses:

  • Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon (18 U.S.C. § 922(g))

  • Illegal Possession of Firearms (18 U.S.C. § 922)

4. Violent Crimes:

  • Armed Robbery (18 U.S.C. § 1951)

  • Kidnapping (18 U.S.C. § 1201)

  • Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (18 U.S.C. § 113)

5. Immigration Offenses:

  • Illegal Entry (8 U.S.C. § 1325)

  • Alien Smuggling (8 U.S.C. § 1324)

  • Identity Theft (18 U.S.C. § 1028)

6. Cybercrimes:

  • Hacking (18 U.S.C. § 1030)

  • Identity Theft (18 U.S.C. § 1028)

  • Distribution of Malware (18 U.S.C. § 1030)

7. Terrorism Offenses:

  • Providing Material Support to Terrorists (18 U.S.C. § 2339A)

  • Terrorist Acts Abroad (18 U.S.C. § 2332b)

8. Child Exploitation Crimes:

  • Child Pornography (18 U.S.C. § 2252)

  • Online Solicitation of Minors (18 U.S.C. § 2422)

9. Environmental Crimes:

  • Environmental Resource Violations (various statutes)

10. Organized Crime and Racketeering:

  • RICO Violations (18 U.S.C. § 1961)

  • Hobbs Act Violations (18 U.S.C. § 1951)

11. Public Corruption:

  • Bribery of Public Officials (18 U.S.C. § 201)

  • Public Corruption (various statutes)

12. Counterfeiting:

  • Counterfeiting Currency (18 U.S.C. § 471)

  • Counterfeiting Securities (18 U.S.C. § 513)

13. Human Trafficking:

  • Human Trafficking (18 U.S.C. § 1581)

  • Sex Trafficking (18 U.S.C. § 1591)

14. National Security Offenses:

  • Espionage (18 U.S.C. § 792)

  • Treason (18 U.S.C. § 2381)

15. Bankruptcy Fraud:

  • Bankruptcy Fraud (18 U.S.C. § 152)

16. Obstruction of Justice:

  • Obstruction of Justice (18 U.S.C. § 1503)

These are just some of the common federal crimes and statutes encountered in federal courts. It's important to note that federal law is vast and can encompass a wide array of criminal offenses. Additionally, some crimes may fall under multiple statutes, allowing federal prosecutors to choose the most appropriate charge based on the circumstances of the case. If you are facing federal criminal charges, consulting with an experienced federal criminal defense attorney is crucial to navigate the legal process and build a strong defense.