Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer —
Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware
Despite the fact most judges do not like them and that numerous studies have shown they do not work — mandatory minimum sentencing requirements still exist for many types of federal criminal convictions.
Included among these are 10-year mandatory sentencing requirements for certain drug convictions and higher if there are prior drug convictions; 5 and 10-year minimums for 924(c) weapons convictions; a 5-year mandatory sentencing minimum upon being convicted of receiving child pornography; and a 2-year mandatory minimum sentence for a conviction on charges of aggravated identity theft.
If you are currently facing such a charge — attorney Mark S. Greenberg may be able to help you avoid the harsh consequences of a mandatory minimum sentence. As a defense lawyer in tri-state area’s federal criminal courts for nearly 30 years, Mr. Greenberg has been able to convince prosecutors and judges on numerous occasions, that the crimes alleged should actually fall under categories other than those which impose mandatory sentencing terms.
To arrange for an initial, professional consultation — contact us online or call our Philadelphia law offices directly at 877-297-6972 or 267-439-4879.
Departures From the Federal Sentencing Guidelines
As unpleasant as it may be to hear, it is not always possible to negotiate with federal prosecutors or for that matter, to avoid a conviction. That said – having a lawyer who knows how the federal sentencing guidelines work and what arguments to make in trying to get judges to use the discretion they now have to depart from those guidelines can make a tremendous difference in the sentence you receive.
As your attorney, Mark S. Greenberg will conduct a thorough review of the case, the nature of the offense, your role in it, your background, any prior convictions or lack thereof, and any other relevant factors which might serve to mitigate your sentence. He will then use that information to resolve pre-sentencing disputes, to provide alternative interpretations of applicable sentencing guidelines and to encourage judicial discretion and the imposition of sentencing alternatives when applicable.
There Is Always a Defense — Find Yours Here
To schedule a professional consultation — contact us online or call attorney Mark S. Greenberg directly at either 877-297-6972 or 267-439-4879. Our offices are located in Center City, Philadelphia, but we are available to meet with you at more convenient locations as well.
