Yes. A federal mail fraud lawyer communicates with prosecutors before indictment and presents evidence challenging the proposed charges. Relevant records might show legitimate business activity, lack of fraudulent intent, or errors in the claimed loss. Your attorney also handles document requests and evaluates potential negotiations. Matthew Cohan represents clients during pre-indictment mail fraud investigations.

Yes. New York’s definition includes an unloaded firearm when the same person also possesses ammunition suitable for firing it. The ammunition does not have to sit inside the gun. Matthew Cohan and his team examine the firearm, ammunition, and evidence connecting each to you when assessing the basis for a loaded-firearm charge.

In the federal system, pretrial release is governed by the Bail Reform Act, and there is no cash bail bondsman system. Instead, a person is either released on conditions—often secured by property or co-signers—or detained pending trial if the court finds they pose a flight risk or a danger to the community. Even if bail is initially denied, an experienced criminal defense attorney may still be able to secure release by presenting a comprehensive bail package and making a strong argument in court. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation.