Federal Criminal Defense Blog

What is a Target Letter? A target letter is a letter from a federal prosecutor informing you that you are the focus of a federal criminal investigation. It indicates that the government possesses substantial evidence linking you to a federal offense and is considering charging you. A target letter will contain key information for your…

Not Guilty on all counts! Our team won a jury trial in the Middle District of Georgia this month. The jury came back with NOT GUILTYs on all counts. Our client was charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute and Conspiracy to Possess with Intent to Distribute narcotics. He was facing a 10 year mandatory…

On June 23, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the results of the 2026 National HealthCare Fraud Takedown, charging 455 defendants in alleged schemes involving more than $6.5 billion in false claims.  The Numbers The 2026 Takedown did not match last year’s record numbers.  But,…

The Eleventh Circuit is currently considering the constitutionality of the False Claims Act’s Qui Tam Provisions. The Whistleblower on Trial: The History and Uncertain Future of Zafirov v. Florida Medical For over a century, the False Claims Act (FCA) has been the federal government’s most potent weapon against fraud. At its core sits the qui…

Healthcare enforcement actions encompass criminal and civil charges, but, there are several important collateral consequences that need to be considered as well. What type of charges are considered Healthcare fraud? Providers who are alleged to have engaged in fraud and abuse are subject to sanctions under a number of Federal and State laws. Sanctions under…

DO I NEED A PHYSICIAN LICENSE DEFENSE ATTORNEY? Although it is not required, having an attorney assist you in physician license defense usually helps you achieve a better outcome than if you were on your own. WHAT CAN AN ATTORNEY DO TO ASSIST? If you have had an arrest for any crime, it is important…

Charges for child pornography (also known as CSAM) can range from possession, receipt, distribution, manufacturing, or other related charges in both the state or federal courts. Under the various statutes, the material can include online files, videos, print materials, photos, and other online materials. There are multiple ways in which a person can find themselves…

This week, the U.S. Supreme Court will decide if law enforcement needs to be more specific in their applications for search warrants for phones. At issue this week specifically is whether law enforcement can use broad geofence warrants to gather information about an alleged crime. In the case before the Supreme Court, the issue is…

The recent conviction involving AI-generated obscene material of women and children highlights complex legal issues arising from the intersection of technology and criminal law. The Department of Justice is saying this is the first in the nation – a conviction of violating the new Take It Down Act. This new legislation, targeting AI-generated content, opens…

SEC Investigations Frequently Asked Quesetions I have received a subpoena from the SEC what do I do?  It is important to understand that when you receive a subpoena from the SEC it is most definitely not the beginning of an investigation, but it is the beginning of your knowledge that there is an investigation.  If…