Category: Federal Defense

Category: Federal Defense
The Role of a “Minor Participant” in a Federal Conspiracy: Can You Still Go to Prison?
By: Daniel Perlman | June 28, 2025 | Federal Defense
In federal conspiracy cases, it’s common for the government to indict a dozen, or even dozens, of people at once. From the alleged ringleaders to individuals on the periphery, everyone involved in the investigation risks being swept up under a broad conspiracy statute. But what if you only played a small role? What if you […]...
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Conspiracy to Commit Fraud: Why You’re Charged Even If You Didn’t Profit
By: Daniel Perlman | June 27, 2025 | Federal Defense
Being charged with fraud is serious enough. But many people are shocked to learn they can face federal felony charges for conspiracy to commit fraud, even if they didn’t personally receive any money, never submitted a claim, and never intended for the scheme to succeed. In federal court, just being part of an agreement to […]...
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DP What Makes Assault a Federal Crime? Breaking Down 18 U.S.C. § 111 and Crimes Against Federal Officers
By: Daniel Perlman | June 26, 2025 | Federal Defense
Most people think of assault as a local matter… something handled by city police, local prosecutors, and state courts. But under federal law, certain types of assault are prosecuted by the U.S. Department of Justice, investigated by federal agencies, and tried in U.S. District Courts. The most common scenario? An alleged assault on a federal [&helli...
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Charged with a Federal Weapons Offense? What You Need to Know About 18 U.S.C. § 924(c)
By: Daniel Perlman | June 25, 2025 | Federal Defense
When it comes to weapons charges in the federal system, few statutes are more aggressive than 18 U.S.C. § 924(c). This law doesn’t just punish the illegal possession of a firearm—it punishes possessing or using a firearm in connection with another federal crime, like drug trafficking or a crime of violence. The result? Mandatory minimum […...
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Healthcare Fraud Charges in Federal Court: What Providers Need to Know
By: Daniel Perlman | June 24, 2025 | Federal Defense
Healthcare professionals—doctors, pharmacists, billing coordinators, clinic managers, and administrators—are increasingly finding themselves under the scrutiny of federal agencies. What may begin as a routine audit or billing inquiry can quickly escalate into a criminal investigation for healthcare fraud, exposing providers to felony charges, fina...
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What Happens After You Receive a Federal Target Letter in Colorado?
By: Daniel Perlman | June 12, 2025 | Federal Defense
How Perlman Defense Federal Criminal Lawyers Can Protect You Before It’s Too Late What Is a Federal Target Letter? A federal target letter is an official notice from the U.S. Department of Justice or the U.S. Attorney’s Office informing you that you are the subject of a criminal investigation. Under the U.S. Department of Justice’s […]...
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Can I Be Charged for Something I Posted Online?
By: Daniel Perlman | June 8, 2025 | Federal Defense
Understanding Federal Cybercrime in Colorado and How Perlman Defense Can Protect You The Internet Isn’t a Legal Free Zone Many people think what they post online is protected speech, or that it’s too casual or anonymous to carry legal consequences. That’s simply not true. In fact, under federal law, certain types of online activity can […...
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What to Do If the FBI Shows Up at Your Door in Colorado
By: Daniel Perlman | June 7, 2025 | Federal Defense
A Step-by-Step Guide from Perlman Defense Federal Criminal Lawyers For most people, an unexpected visit from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is a terrifying experience. Whether agents arrive at your home, workplace, or even approach you publicly, your response can dramatically impact what happens next. You may feel an instinct to “explain ...
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Understanding Federal Asset Forfeiture: Can the Government Seize My Property?
By: Daniel Perlman | June 6, 2025 | Federal Defense
How Perlman Defense Federal Criminal Lawyers Protect Property Owners in Colorado Federal law allows the government to seize property that it believes is connected to a crime. Asset forfeiture can happen before, during, or even after a federal criminal case. It can apply to cash, cars, homes, bank accounts, jewelry, firearms, and even cryptocurrency. I...
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What to Expect at Your First Appearance and Detention Hearing in Federal Court
By: Daniel Perlman | June 5, 2025 | Federal Defense
A Guide from Perlman Defense Federal Criminal Lawyers for Clients Facing Federal Charges in Colorado An arrest by federal agents is life-changing. Whether you were taken into custody by the FBI, DEA, ATF, IRS Criminal Investigation, or Homeland Security, your case will be handled in the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado, typically [&hel...
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