Defense for Federal Conspiracy Charges
Federal prosecutors often tack on conspiracy charges to indictments for drug trafficking, fraud, immigration crimes and other felony offenses. Conspiracy charges add teeth to the government's case, provide a pretext to seize assets, and can serve as a fallback if they cannot prove elements of the underlying charges. Conspiracy can also be a stand-alone charge. Either way, a conviction for a federal conspiracy charge still spells a substantial prison term.
The law firm of Troy Locklear, Attorney at Law provides a vigorous defense for criminal conspiracy allegations, as well as any underlying charges. We represent clients in the greater Houston area, the surrounding counties of Texas, and beyond. Contact us at 888-732-9462.
What Is Conspiracy?
Conspiracy is loosely defined, and the prosecution often stretches the concept to extremes. A conspiracy can be a highly sophisticated and specific scheme, but it can be applied to any actions of two or more people who agree to commit a crime or act in concert. Conspiracy is based on intent — it can be charged even if no crime is carried out.
In a drug manufacturing operation, for example, anyone who knowingly takes part could be charged with conspiracy, even if they are just following orders. Indictments often name a dozen or more "co-conspirators" who may not even know each other.
Can They Really Connect You to a Crime?
We have successfully defended alleged ringleaders and masterminds of criminal plots. But we chiefly represent minor players caught up in something much bigger, or people who unwittingly furthered a criminal enterprise. For example, the person who delivers or deposits illicit cash, the lookout, the driver, the accountant all might be caught up in the dragnet.
Our job is to convince the prosecutors that you were not involved, not aware or only a small cog in the machine. Trial lawyer Troy S. Locklear uses his insights from 15 years of experience in federal criminal defense to gauge the evidence against you. Are witnesses or informants reliable? Was the search warrant or traffic stop valid? Were you simply in the wrong place and wrong time? Is the prosecution really interested in you or do they want the "bigger fish?"
If you have been arrested, indicted or questioned about a serious crime involving others, arrange a consultation with us as soon as possible. Don't talk to authorities — and don't trust anyone — before you get legal advice.
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