Federal Crimes
Facing federal criminal charges can be overwhelming and life-changing. Understanding the complexities of federal crimes is crucial because these cases often involve serious penalties and complicated procedures. Whether it’s your first time dealing with the legal system or you need clarity on your rights, learning from an experienced Tulsa Federal Crimes attorney can make a significant difference in navigating the process effectively.
Wirth Law Office is dedicated to providing clear guidance and strong defense strategies for those charged with federal offenses. If you need legal help, call Wirth Law Office at (918) 879-1681. Connect with a skilled Tulsa attorney who understands the stakes and works to protect your future every step of the way.
Can the Government Open Your Mail Without a Warrant?
Federal law prohibits opening mail without the recipients permission, but law enforcement agencies use a variety of methods to find out what goes through the mail. Sometimes, police seek a warrant but they can ask the post office to record all letters sent to an address with no warrant. On at least one occassion, investigators illegally opened packages to find out if there was anything inside work seeking a warrant about.
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Federal Judge Calls Broken Arrow Detective Testimony 'False'
Officers on a DEA task force testified falsely that police did not enter a house before a judge issued a search warrant. When a federal judge excluded evidence because of <a href="https://stage4.wirthlawgroup.com/lawyer/tulsa-oklahoma-criminal-defense-attorney.html">false police testimony</a>, prosecutors dismissed the synthetic marijuana case
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Fed Court Delivers Smackdown Opinion of Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals
In a stinging review of Oklahoma criminal procedure, the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals Bemoaned Oklahoma's short appellate deadlines and lack of a prison mailbox rule for computing deadlines pegged to dates court documents are issued.
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Oklahoma's Federal Appeals Court Okays Prosecution of Confidential Informants
The 10th Circuit Court of Appeals has allowed the prosecution of a woman was charged with <a href="https://stage4.wirthlawgroup.com/lawyer/tulsa-oklahoma-felony-criminal-defense-representation-attorney.html">conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine</a> after she worked with the Drug Enforcement Agency in hopes of avoiding prosecution.
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Polygraph Testimony Admitted as Evidence in Federal Case
10th Circuit Carves Out Lie Detector Exception True or false? Lie detector tests are not admissible in criminal court. Standard wisdom holds that polygraph test are never admissible in Oklahoma criminal trials. There is more to it. Let’s try another question. True or false? Results of polygraph tests may not be admitted as evidence of […]
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10th Circuit Reverses Oklahoma Constructive Possession Conviction
A driver convicted on federal charges of <a href="https://stage4.wirthlawgroup.com/lawyer/tulsa-oklahoma-felony-criminal-defense-representation-attorney.html">possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute</a> won his freedom back when the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit overturned the conviction. The April 22, 2015 decision said a jury could infer guilt based on arguments that the man knew his passenger was carrying 14 bricks of marijuana and about an ounce of methamphetamine in a duffel bag. Yet the evidence was insufficient, the court said, to find guilt beyond reasonable doubt.
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SCOTUS Opens Door to Expanded Reliance on DNA Evidence
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday issued a ruling that effectively allows police to routinely take DNA samples from anyone arrested on suspicion of a crime. The ruling reflects a troubling trend away from protection of privacy and respect for constitutional protection against searches and seizures. Coupled with the court’s recent indifference toward warrantless wiretaps […] Read more »
