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Nashville criminal defense attorney Ben Perry represents clients in all types of criminal matters in both federal and state courts. Some specific areas of practice are listed below. Due to the severity of most federal charges and the harsh penalties they carry, it is extremely important for those charged with federal offenses to hire an attorney with expertise in federal court and the federal sentencing guidelines immediately. Nashville federal criminal defense attorney Ben Perry will begin to work at once in order to determine how we can successfully defend your case. Nevertheless, if a guilty plea is inevitable, he will work diligently to secure a favorable plea bargain that attempts to avoid any mandatory minimum sentence and to ensure that his client’s sentencing guidelines are calculated as leniently as possible under the law. All too often, defendants arrive at sentencing with little explanation by their attorney as to how the sentencing guidelines operate only to then receive a horrible shock from the judge. This will never happen to clients of Nashville federal criminal defense lawyer Ben Perry. Mr. Perry’s knowledge of the federal sentencing guidelines allows him to fully explain to all of his clients how the federal sentencing guidelines operate and what their potential exposure might be.
For those who have previously been convicted of felonies, federal charges alleging possession of a firearm or ammunition pursuant to 18 USC § 922(g) are extremely serious and carry severe penalties. Even seemingly minor and harmless circumstances involving felons and guns can result in up to 10 years of prison time. When persons charged as a felon in possession have prior convictions for certain crimes of violence or serious drug offenses, the Armed Career Criminal Act often causes that potential jail time to jump to 15 years to life in prison. If you or a loved one is facing charges of violating 18 USC § 922(g), please contact Nashville federal criminal defense lawyer Ben Perry today.
Federal charges involving the use, display, or possession of a firearm in connection with or in furtherance of drug trafficking can lead to steep consecutive jail sentences. In cases charged under 18 USC § 924(c), the minimum consecutive sentence for a gun connected with drugs is five years. Depending on other circumstances such as the type and number of guns, the potential consecutive sentence can escalate to 30 years or more. If you or a loved one is facing charges of violating 18 USC § 924(c), please contact Nashville federal criminal defense lawyer Ben Perry today.
Federal offenses relating to business transactions or the transfer of money are often called “white-collar” crimes. Such offenses can include but are not limited to charges involving bribery, gratuities to public officials, money laundering, fraud (mortgage, bank, tax, credit card, wire, mail, healthcare, Medicare, securities), gambling, embezzlement, extortion, blackmail, counterfeiting, etc. White-collar charges in federal court often result in multi-count indictments. The sentencing guidelines used in federal court take into account the amount of loss that is alleged to have occurred in determining whether a prison sentence is warranted upon the conviction for a white-collar offense. A loss amount of as little as $5,000 could result in a prison sentence for a person convicted at trial of a white-collar offense. If you or a loved one is facing federal white-collar charges, please contact Nashville federal criminal defense lawyer Ben Perry today.
A conspiracy occurs when two or more people agree to commit a crime. In federal court, defendants are often charged with committing the crime and conspiring to commit the same crime. In order for a jury to find a defendant guilty of conspiracy, the jury does not have to conclude that he entered into an explicit agreement with another person to commit the crime, only that an understanding was reached. As a practical matter, anytime a person is accused of committing a crime in federal court, and another person is alleged to have been a knowing participant in that crime, they are both likely to be charged with conspiracy. Under the federal sentencing guidelines, the penalties for committing a conspiracy and committing the actual underlying offense are usually the same. Federal prosecutors like to bring conspiracy charges because it liberates them of certain evidentiary restrictions. It is also beneficial to the prosecutor if one of the members of the alleged conspiracy enters into a plea agreement, admitting that the alleged conspiracy existed, and then testifies against the co-defendant. Conspiracy charges often give rise to complicated issues about when the conspiracy started, the admission of hearsay statements of some conspirators against others, whether the trial should be severed (i.e. the defendants tried individually), etc. When charged with a conspiracy charge in federal court, it is especially important to retain a lawyer experienced in this area of law. If you or a loved one is facing federal white collar charges, please contact Nashville federal criminal defense lawyer Ben Perry today.
Increasingly, the federal government is charging individuals with crimes that pertain to the internet. Perhaps the most common crimes alleged are the online solicitation of a minor to engage in sexual activity and the acquisition or distribution of child pornography. Many federal white-collar crimes are also alleged to make use of the internet. Not only do offenses involving the internet raise many complicated legal issues, but they also usually raise numerous complicated technical issues. In addition, in federal court, there are often enhanced penalties if the internet is alleged to have been employed in the commission of the crime. If you or a loved one is facing federal charges involving computers or the use of the internet, please contact Nashville federal criminal defense lawyer Ben Perry today.
Today, almost every news cycle contains a story of someone being prosecuted for federal charges of sexually exploiting a minor or for the possession or distribution of child pornography. Congress has enacted extensive legislation, and the Department of Justice is vigorously prosecuting individuals to keep children safe from sex offenders. The protection of children is absolutely a good and necessary thing, but the laws are so broad that even people attempting conduct that is completely legal for adults can be ambushed by internet newsgroups, chat rooms, and gaming sites, which subject their computer to attacks by pornographic websites and persons sending illicit underage images. Even seemingly harmless mistakes can lead to federal prosecution for which the potential penalties are truly staggering. If you or a loved one is facing federal charges involving sexual offenses or child pornography, please contact Nashville federal criminal defense attorney Ben Perry today.
Most people wait until it is too late to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer with expertise in federal court. If you find that you are being investigated by a federal agency such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Drug Enforcement Administration, or the Secret Service, the time to hire a lawyer is NOW! Often, witnesses are willing to speak freely prior to charges being brought but are not willing to talk to the defense once charges are pending. By hiring Nashville federal criminal defense lawyer Ben Perry prior to an indictment, he can conduct his own investigation and also meet with the government’s agents in order to assess the government’s case prior to charges being filed. He may also make a presentation to the United States Attorney’s Office in an effort to persuade prosecutors not to file charges or to negotiate the filing of lesser charges with lower potential penalties. If you or a loved one believes that you are being investigated with relation to a federal criminal offense, please contact Nashville federal criminal defense lawyer Ben Perry today.
Being convicted of DUI can seriously affect your life and your future. In Tennessee, a DUI conviction requires jail time as well as the loss of driving privileges. Fines, court costs, increased premiums, or canceled automobile insurance are also direct consequences of a DUI conviction. In many cases, a DUI conviction can have a negative impact on your current employment or can affect your opportunities for future employment. However, hiring an experienced criminal defense attorney gives you the chance to take back some control of your life. If you or a loved one is facing state charges for driving under the influence (DUI), please contact Nashville criminal defense attorney Ben Perry today.
Offenses relating to business transactions or the transfer of money are often called “white-collar” crimes. Such offenses can include but are not limited to charges involving bribery, gratuities to public officials, money laundering, fraud, gambling, embezzlement, extortion, blackmail, forgery, etc. In order to successfully defend against such allegations, it is essential to hire an attorney who is has experience and is committed to spending the time necessary to fully learn the intricacies of complex white-collar cases. If you or a loved one is facing state white collar charges, please contact Nashville criminal defense attorney Ben Perry today.
Criminal defense attorney Benjamin H. Perry is committed to zealously representing those charged with drug offenses in state court and making absolutely sure their rights are protected. Drug cases often lend themselves to suppression motions that can determine the outcome of the case. Benjamin H. Perry is experienced in search and seizure law and the rights of citizens under the Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution. If you or a loved one is facing state drug charges, please contact Nashville criminal defense attorney Ben Perry today.
Assault cases in Tennessee can range from one individual causing another to reasonably fear imminent bodily injury to cases involving severe bodily injury and the use of a weapon. In these cases, there is often little evidence other than the statements of the alleged victims. It is essential to hire an attorney who is experienced and is committed to spending the time necessary to fully investigate your case. If you or a loved one is facing state assault charges, please contact Nashville criminal defense attorney Ben Perry today.
Murder charges in Tennessee carry the most severe punishments, including the possibility of receiving the death penalty. To many people, the charge of murder invokes images of Perry Mason or Ben Matlock skillfully revealing the actual perpetrator of the murder in a dramatic courtroom scene. In real life, the “who done it” murder case is very rare. Most murder charges involve individuals who know each other and often raise questions of self-defense or turn on the reliability of the forensic evidence presented by the government. It is important to hire an attorney who is not only able to attack sloppy or inaccurate work by law enforcement but who is also able to present the jury with an opportunity to show compassion when deliberating on the reasons and consequences of the charges. If you or a loved one is facing state murder charges, please contact Nashville criminal defense attorney Ben Perry today.
Even the allegation of some sort of sexual misconduct can have a widespread impact on many aspects of one’s life. If a child is involved, the impact can be insurmountable—even if there is never a conviction. The government often charges people and sometimes proceeds to trial with no evidence, except the uncorroborated statement of the alleged victim. Unfortunately, the government also receives convictions based upon this uncorroborated testimony. It is vital not to delay hiring an attorney who is experienced and committed to spending the time necessary to fully investigate all aspects of your case, including the background of the accuser. If you or a loved one is facing state sexually-based charges, please contact Nashville criminal defense attorney Ben Perry today.
Offenses against the property of another are often felony cases depending on the dollar value (over $500) of the property in question. These case often begin with a dispute, misunderstanding, or mistake between individuals who know each other. It is essential to hire an attorney who is experienced and is committed to spending the time necessary to fully investigate your case. If you or a loved one is facing state theft, robbery, or burglary charges, please contact Nashville criminal defense attorney Ben Perry today.
Most people wait until it is too late to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer. If you find that you are being investigated by a local detective, a District Attorney General, or an agency such as the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, the time to hire a lawyer is NOW! Often, witnesses are willing to speak freely prior to charges being brought but are not willing to talk to the defense once charges are pending. By hiring Benjamin H. Perry prior to being charged, he can sometimes conduct his own investigation and also meet with the government’s agents in order to assess the government’s case prior to charges being filed. He may also make a presentation to the District Attorney’s Office in an effort to persuade prosecutors not to file charges or to negotiate the filing of lesser charges with lower potential penalties. If you or a loved one believes that you are being investigated with relation to a state criminal offense, please contact Nashville criminal defense attorney Ben Perry today.
Nashville federal criminal defense lawyer Ben Perry represents clients throughout middle Tennessee, including the cities of Nashville, Ashland City, Brentwood, Clarksville, Charlotte, Coopertown, Dickson, Dover, Erin, Fairview, Franklin, Goodlettsville, Hendersonville, Kingston Springs, Lebanon, Mt. Juliet, Murfreesboro, Pegram, Pleasant View, Springfield, Waverly, as well as Davidson County, Cheatham County, Dickson County, Houston County, Humphreys County, Montgomery County, Robertson County, Rutherford County, Stewart County, Sumner County, Williamson County, and Wilson County. To find out if Nashville criminal defense attorney Ben Perry represents clients in other locations, please contact Ben Perry today.
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