Federal crimes are often investigated by the FBI, DEA, ICE, U.S. Border Patrol and other federal agencies. Federal crimes are prosecuted in the United States District Courts by Assistant United States Attorneys. The legal procedures and rules observed in federal court are difficult and complex. They require expert legal attention from defense attorneys familiar with federal law. Having a certified specialist in criminal law on your side is essential because the penalties for federal drug, theft and immigration crimes are severe compared to state court. Successful defense of a federal criminal case requires the specialized knowledge and abilities of an experienced and resourceful federal criminal defense attorney who is comfortable defending cases and navigating clients through the complexities of federal law.
Ward Stafford Clay, Attorney at Law, is a Certified Specialist in Criminal Law, and he has more than 25 years of experience handling complex criminal cases in state and federal courts. As a former prosecutor, Mr. Clay began his own private criminal defense practice in 1991. He has spent the last 20 years defending serious federal offenses. He has the legal knowledge, skills and resources to match the in-depth investigations and case preparation of federal agencies. He also has extensive experience and success fighting for his clients' rights and freedoms in front of federal judges and federal juries in a wide range of cases. Mr. Clay also has handled many federal appeals, resulting in complete exoneration of his clients.
Contact Ward Stafford Clay, Attorney at Law, by e-mail or by phone. Call the San Diego office at 619-272-6914 or toll free at 888-546-2109 to schedule a free initial consultation in confidence with Mr. Clay.
Experienced Federal Defense in the Face of Aggressive Prosecution
Mr. Clay understands that your legal rights and reputation deserve aggressive protection. He is experienced in navigating the important legal challenges inherent in high-profile federal criminal cases. If you are being investigated or have been charged with a federal crime, Mr. Clay will pay close attention to every detail in order to properly defend your case to a successful resolution. He works diligently to mitigate severe consequences, which can include:
- High fines, sometimes reaching into the millions of dollars
- Lengthy federal prison sentences
- Burdensome probation and supervision
- Forfeiture of property
It is crucial to quickly retain a criminal defense attorney who can strategically advocate and negotiate a favorable result. Federal drug crimes produce some of the most severe penalties under the law and are vigorously prosecuted in the Southern District of California where San Diego is located. Mr. Clay has unrivaled experience and knowledge when it comes to defending drug-related offenses and will fight tirelessly to avoid the harsh consequences that will occur if you fail to properly defend your case. Ward Stafford Clay, Attorney at Law, provides an effective and aggressive defense to the following federal crimes:
- Conspiracy to possess drugs
- Drug possession
- Drug possession with intent to distribute
- Drug trafficking or delivery
- Drug distribution
- Drug manufacture
- Drug conspiracy
- Drug importing/exporting
- Drug-related firearms crimes
- RICO crimes (racketeering and corruption)
- Illegal weapons
- Immigration
- Illegal alien smuggling
- Child pornography
- Child abuse
- Computer crimes
- Tax evasion
- Bank fraud
- Mortgage fraud
- Insurance fraud
- Embezzlement
- Forgery
- Identity theft
- Workers' compensation and disability insurance fraud
- Wire fraud
- Accounting fraud
- Money laundering
- Health care fraud
- Perjury
San Diego Federal Drug Crime Lawyer
If you are being investigated or have been charged with any type of federal offense, contact San Diego federal crime lawyer Ward Stafford Clay today. Call the office at 619-272-6914 or toll free at 888-546-2109 to schedule a free initial consultation. All calls and consultations are confidential.
Timely response to questions and meeting requests by e-mail are also provided.
