Federal Charges

250 common federal criminal charges with statute references, educational summaries, and links to find a lawyer.

Federal criminal charges

250 common federal criminal charges.

This page is educational content only. Federal charges can involve different statutes, elements, enhancements, mandatory minimums, loss calculations, guideline issues, supervised release, forfeiture, immigration consequences, and venue rules. Verify the current law and speak with a qualified federal criminal defense lawyer before relying on any summary.

Fraud / Financial

Mail Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1341

Federal charge overview for Mail Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Wire Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1343

Federal charge overview for Wire Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Bank Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1344

Federal charge overview for Bank Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Health Care Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1347

Federal charge overview for Health Care Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Securities Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1348

Federal charge overview for Securities Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Major Fraud Against the United States 18 U.S.C. § 1031

Federal charge overview for Major Fraud Against the United States. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

False Claims Against the Government 18 U.S.C. § 287

Federal charge overview for False Claims Against the Government. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

False Statements Generally 18 U.S.C. § 1001

Federal charge overview for False Statements Generally. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

False Statements to a Bank 18 U.S.C. § 1014

Federal charge overview for False Statements to a Bank. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Program Fraud / Federal Funds Theft 18 U.S.C. § 666

Federal charge overview for Program Fraud / Federal Funds Theft. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Mortgage Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1344 / § 1014

Federal charge overview for Mortgage Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Bankruptcy Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 157

Federal charge overview for Bankruptcy Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Bankruptcy Concealment of Assets 18 U.S.C. § 152

Federal charge overview for Bankruptcy Concealment of Assets. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Embezzlement by Bank Officer 18 U.S.C. § 656

Federal charge overview for Embezzlement by Bank Officer. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Credit Union Embezzlement 18 U.S.C. § 657

Federal charge overview for Credit Union Embezzlement. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Fraud / Benefits

Social Security Fraud 42 U.S.C. § 408

Federal charge overview for Social Security Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Unemployment Insurance Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1341 / § 1343

Federal charge overview for Unemployment Insurance Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

PPP Loan Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1343 / § 1014

Federal charge overview for PPP Loan Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

EIDL Loan Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1343 / § 1014

Federal charge overview for EIDL Loan Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Disaster Relief Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1040

Federal charge overview for Disaster Relief Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Identity / Access Device

Credit Card Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1029

Federal charge overview for Credit Card Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Access Device Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1029

Federal charge overview for Access Device Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Identity Theft 18 U.S.C. § 1028

Federal charge overview for Identity Theft. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Aggravated Identity Theft 18 U.S.C. § 1028A

Federal charge overview for Aggravated Identity Theft. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Possession of Device-Making Equipment 18 U.S.C. § 1029

Federal charge overview for Possession of Device-Making Equipment. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Identity / Document

Passport Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1542

Federal charge overview for Passport Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Counterfeiting

Counterfeit Currency 18 U.S.C. § 471

Federal charge overview for Counterfeit Currency. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Passing Counterfeit Currency 18 U.S.C. § 472

Federal charge overview for Passing Counterfeit Currency. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Counterfeit Securities 18 U.S.C. § 513

Federal charge overview for Counterfeit Securities. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Forgery of Treasury Checks 18 U.S.C. § 510

Federal charge overview for Forgery of Treasury Checks. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Theft / Property

Theft of Government Property 18 U.S.C. § 641

Federal charge overview for Theft of Government Property. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Interstate Transportation of Stolen Property 18 U.S.C. § 2314

Federal charge overview for Interstate Transportation of Stolen Property. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Receipt of Stolen Property in Interstate Commerce 18 U.S.C. § 2315

Federal charge overview for Receipt of Stolen Property in Interstate Commerce. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Interstate Transportation of Stolen Vehicle 18 U.S.C. § 2312

Federal charge overview for Interstate Transportation of Stolen Vehicle. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Receipt of Stolen Motor Vehicle 18 U.S.C. § 2313

Federal charge overview for Receipt of Stolen Motor Vehicle. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Securities / Markets

Insider Trading 15 U.S.C. § 78j / Rule 10b-5

Federal charge overview for Insider Trading. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Investment Adviser Fraud 15 U.S.C. § 80b-6

Federal charge overview for Investment Adviser Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Commodities Fraud 7 U.S.C. § 13

Federal charge overview for Commodities Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Tax Crimes

Tax Evasion 26 U.S.C. § 7201

Federal charge overview for Tax Evasion. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Filing a False Tax Return 26 U.S.C. § 7206

Federal charge overview for Filing a False Tax Return. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Failure to File Tax Return 26 U.S.C. § 7203

Federal charge overview for Failure to File Tax Return. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Employment Tax Fraud 26 U.S.C. § 7202

Federal charge overview for Employment Tax Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Tax Obstruction 26 U.S.C. § 7212

Federal charge overview for Tax Obstruction. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Money Laundering

Money Laundering 18 U.S.C. § 1956

Federal charge overview for Money Laundering. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Monetary Transactions in Criminal Proceeds 18 U.S.C. § 1957

Federal charge overview for Monetary Transactions in Criminal Proceeds. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Financial Reporting

Structuring Currency Transactions 31 U.S.C. § 5324

Federal charge overview for Structuring Currency Transactions. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Bulk Cash Smuggling 31 U.S.C. § 5332

Federal charge overview for Bulk Cash Smuggling. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Unlicensed Money Transmitting Business 18 U.S.C. § 1960

Federal charge overview for Unlicensed Money Transmitting Business. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Bank Secrecy Act Violation 31 U.S.C. § 5322

Federal charge overview for Bank Secrecy Act Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Failure to File FBAR 31 U.S.C. § 5314

Federal charge overview for Failure to File FBAR. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Import / Export

Customs Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 542

Federal charge overview for Customs Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Smuggling Goods Into the United States 18 U.S.C. § 545

Federal charge overview for Smuggling Goods Into the United States. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Drug Crimes

Fentanyl Distribution 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Fentanyl Distribution. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Fentanyl Possession With Intent to Distribute 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Fentanyl Possession With Intent to Distribute. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy 21 U.S.C. § 846

Federal charge overview for Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Methamphetamine Distribution 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Methamphetamine Distribution. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Methamphetamine Possession With Intent to Distribute 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Methamphetamine Possession With Intent to Distribute. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Methamphetamine Trafficking Conspiracy 21 U.S.C. § 846

Federal charge overview for Methamphetamine Trafficking Conspiracy. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Cocaine Distribution 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Cocaine Distribution. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Cocaine Possession With Intent to Distribute 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Cocaine Possession With Intent to Distribute. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy 21 U.S.C. § 846

Federal charge overview for Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Heroin Distribution 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Heroin Distribution. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Heroin Possession With Intent to Distribute 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Heroin Possession With Intent to Distribute. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Heroin Trafficking Conspiracy 21 U.S.C. § 846

Federal charge overview for Heroin Trafficking Conspiracy. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Marijuana Distribution 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Marijuana Distribution. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Marijuana Possession With Intent to Distribute 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Marijuana Possession With Intent to Distribute. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Marijuana Trafficking Conspiracy 21 U.S.C. § 846

Federal charge overview for Marijuana Trafficking Conspiracy. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Prescription Opioids Distribution 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Prescription Opioids Distribution. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Prescription Opioids Possession With Intent to Distribute 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Prescription Opioids Possession With Intent to Distribute. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Controlled Substance Analogue Distribution 21 U.S.C. § 813

Federal charge overview for Controlled Substance Analogue Distribution. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Controlled Substance Analogue Possession With Intent to Distribute 21 U.S.C. § 813

Federal charge overview for Controlled Substance Analogue Possession With Intent to Distribute. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Anabolic Steroids Distribution 21 U.S.C. § 844

Federal charge overview for Anabolic Steroids Distribution. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Anabolic Steroids Possession With Intent to Distribute 21 U.S.C. § 844

Federal charge overview for Anabolic Steroids Possession With Intent to Distribute. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Drug Conspiracy 21 U.S.C. § 846

Federal charge overview for Drug Conspiracy. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Attempted Drug Distribution 21 U.S.C. § 846

Federal charge overview for Attempted Drug Distribution. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Importation of Controlled Substances 21 U.S.C. § 952 / § 960

Federal charge overview for Importation of Controlled Substances. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Exportation of Controlled Substances 21 U.S.C. § 953 / § 960

Federal charge overview for Exportation of Controlled Substances. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Continuing Criminal Enterprise 21 U.S.C. § 848

Federal charge overview for Continuing Criminal Enterprise. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Maintaining Drug-Involved Premises 21 U.S.C. § 856

Federal charge overview for Maintaining Drug-Involved Premises. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Use of Communication Facility in Drug Trafficking 21 U.S.C. § 843

Federal charge overview for Use of Communication Facility in Drug Trafficking. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Distribution Near a School 21 U.S.C. § 860

Federal charge overview for Distribution Near a School. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Drug Trafficking Resulting in Death or Serious Injury 21 U.S.C. § 841

Federal charge overview for Drug Trafficking Resulting in Death or Serious Injury. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Possession of Listed Chemicals 21 U.S.C. § 841(c)

Federal charge overview for Possession of Listed Chemicals. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Methamphetamine Precursor Offense 21 U.S.C. § 841(c)

Federal charge overview for Methamphetamine Precursor Offense. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Simple Possession on Federal Property 21 U.S.C. § 844

Federal charge overview for Simple Possession on Federal Property. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Drug Paraphernalia Import or Export 21 U.S.C. § 863

Federal charge overview for Drug Paraphernalia Import or Export. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

DEA Registration Fraud 21 U.S.C. § 843

Federal charge overview for DEA Registration Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Firearms / Weapons

Felon in Possession of a Firearm 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1)

Federal charge overview for Felon in Possession of a Firearm. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Firearm Possession by Prohibited Person 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)

Federal charge overview for Firearm Possession by Prohibited Person. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Firearm Possession by Unlawful Drug User 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(3)

Federal charge overview for Firearm Possession by Unlawful Drug User. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Ammunition Possession by Prohibited Person 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)

Federal charge overview for Ammunition Possession by Prohibited Person. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Firearm in Furtherance of Drug Trafficking 18 U.S.C. § 924(c)

Federal charge overview for Firearm in Furtherance of Drug Trafficking. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Firearm in Furtherance of Crime of Violence 18 U.S.C. § 924(c)

Federal charge overview for Firearm in Furtherance of Crime of Violence. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Armed Career Criminal Enhancement 18 U.S.C. § 924(e)

Federal charge overview for Armed Career Criminal Enhancement. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

False Statement During Firearm Purchase 18 U.S.C. § 922(a)(6)

Federal charge overview for False Statement During Firearm Purchase. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

False Firearms Record 18 U.S.C. § 924(a)(1)(A)

Federal charge overview for False Firearms Record. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Straw Purchase of Firearm 18 U.S.C. § 922(a)(6) / § 932

Federal charge overview for Straw Purchase of Firearm. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Firearms Trafficking 18 U.S.C. § 933

Federal charge overview for Firearms Trafficking. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Possession of Stolen Firearm 18 U.S.C. § 922(j)

Federal charge overview for Possession of Stolen Firearm. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Firearm With Obliterated Serial Number 18 U.S.C. § 922(k)

Federal charge overview for Firearm With Obliterated Serial Number. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Unlicensed Firearms Dealing 18 U.S.C. § 922(a)(1)(A)

Federal charge overview for Unlicensed Firearms Dealing. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Interstate Firearm Transfer Violation 18 U.S.C. § 922(a)(5)

Federal charge overview for Interstate Firearm Transfer Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Possession of Machine Gun 18 U.S.C. § 922(o)

Federal charge overview for Possession of Machine Gun. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Unregistered NFA Firearm 26 U.S.C. § 5861

Federal charge overview for Unregistered NFA Firearm. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Short-Barreled Rifle Offense 26 U.S.C. § 5861

Federal charge overview for Short-Barreled Rifle Offense. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Short-Barreled Shotgun Offense 26 U.S.C. § 5861

Federal charge overview for Short-Barreled Shotgun Offense. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Silencer Registration Offense 26 U.S.C. § 5861

Federal charge overview for Silencer Registration Offense. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Destructive Device Offense 26 U.S.C. § 5861

Federal charge overview for Destructive Device Offense. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Firearm in Federal Facility 18 U.S.C. § 930

Federal charge overview for Firearm in Federal Facility. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Possession of Firearm in School Zone 18 U.S.C. § 922(q)

Federal charge overview for Possession of Firearm in School Zone. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Body Armor by Violent Felon 18 U.S.C. § 931

Federal charge overview for Body Armor by Violent Felon. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Explosives Possession by Prohibited Person 18 U.S.C. § 842(i)

Federal charge overview for Explosives Possession by Prohibited Person. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Unlawful Making of Explosives 18 U.S.C. § 842

Federal charge overview for Unlawful Making of Explosives. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Possession of Explosives During Felony 18 U.S.C. § 844(h)

Federal charge overview for Possession of Explosives During Felony. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Arson by Fire or Explosives 18 U.S.C. § 844(i)

Federal charge overview for Arson by Fire or Explosives. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Bomb Threat 18 U.S.C. § 844(e)

Federal charge overview for Bomb Threat. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Airport Weapon Offense 49 U.S.C. § 46505

Federal charge overview for Airport Weapon Offense. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Violent / Racketeering

Hobbs Act Robbery 18 U.S.C. § 1951

Federal charge overview for Hobbs Act Robbery. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Hobbs Act Extortion 18 U.S.C. § 1951

Federal charge overview for Hobbs Act Extortion. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Violent Crime in Aid of Racketeering 18 U.S.C. § 1959

Federal charge overview for Violent Crime in Aid of Racketeering. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

RICO Conspiracy 18 U.S.C. § 1962

Federal charge overview for RICO Conspiracy. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

RICO Substantive Violation 18 U.S.C. § 1962

Federal charge overview for RICO Substantive Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Travel Act Violation 18 U.S.C. § 1952

Federal charge overview for Travel Act Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Extortionate Credit Transaction 18 U.S.C. § 894

Federal charge overview for Extortionate Credit Transaction. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Extortionate Extension of Credit 18 U.S.C. § 892

Federal charge overview for Extortionate Extension of Credit. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Violent / Robbery

Bank Robbery 18 U.S.C. § 2113

Federal charge overview for Bank Robbery. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Armed Bank Robbery 18 U.S.C. § 2113

Federal charge overview for Armed Bank Robbery. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Carjacking 18 U.S.C. § 2119

Federal charge overview for Carjacking. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Violent Crimes

Kidnapping 18 U.S.C. § 1201

Federal charge overview for Kidnapping. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Hostage Taking 18 U.S.C. § 1203

Federal charge overview for Hostage Taking. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Interstate Domestic Violence 18 U.S.C. § 2261

Federal charge overview for Interstate Domestic Violence. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Assault on Federal Officer 18 U.S.C. § 111

Federal charge overview for Assault on Federal Officer. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Assault in Federal Jurisdiction 18 U.S.C. § 113

Federal charge overview for Assault in Federal Jurisdiction. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Murder Within Federal Jurisdiction 18 U.S.C. § 1111

Federal charge overview for Murder Within Federal Jurisdiction. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Manslaughter Within Federal Jurisdiction 18 U.S.C. § 1112

Federal charge overview for Manslaughter Within Federal Jurisdiction. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Murder for Hire 18 U.S.C. § 1958

Federal charge overview for Murder for Hire. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Threats / Stalking

Interstate Stalking 18 U.S.C. § 2261A

Federal charge overview for Interstate Stalking. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Violation of Protection Order Across State Lines 18 U.S.C. § 2262

Federal charge overview for Violation of Protection Order Across State Lines. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Threats / Public Safety

Threats Against the President 18 U.S.C. § 871

Federal charge overview for Threats Against the President. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Threats in Interstate Communications 18 U.S.C. § 875

Federal charge overview for Threats in Interstate Communications. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Mailing Threatening Communications 18 U.S.C. § 876

Federal charge overview for Mailing Threatening Communications. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Threats Against Federal Officials 18 U.S.C. § 115

Federal charge overview for Threats Against Federal Officials. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Gambling / Racketeering

Illegal Gambling Business 18 U.S.C. § 1955

Federal charge overview for Illegal Gambling Business. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Civil Rights

Federal Hate Crime 18 U.S.C. § 249

Federal charge overview for Federal Hate Crime. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Damage to Religious Property 18 U.S.C. § 247

Federal charge overview for Damage to Religious Property. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Sex Crimes / Child Exploitation

Child Pornography Possession 18 U.S.C. § 2252A

Federal charge overview for Child Pornography Possession. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Child Pornography Receipt 18 U.S.C. § 2252A

Federal charge overview for Child Pornography Receipt. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Child Pornography Distribution 18 U.S.C. § 2252A

Federal charge overview for Child Pornography Distribution. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Child Pornography Production 18 U.S.C. § 2251

Federal charge overview for Child Pornography Production. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Attempted Production of Child Sexual Abuse Material 18 U.S.C. § 2251

Federal charge overview for Attempted Production of Child Sexual Abuse Material. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Online Enticement of a Minor 18 U.S.C. § 2422

Federal charge overview for Online Enticement of a Minor. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Travel With Intent to Engage in Illicit Sexual Conduct 18 U.S.C. § 2423

Federal charge overview for Travel With Intent to Engage in Illicit Sexual Conduct. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Sex Trafficking of Children 18 U.S.C. § 1591

Federal charge overview for Sex Trafficking of Children. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Sex Trafficking by Force, Fraud, or Coercion 18 U.S.C. § 1591

Federal charge overview for Sex Trafficking by Force, Fraud, or Coercion. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Transportation for Prostitution 18 U.S.C. § 2421

Federal charge overview for Transportation for Prostitution. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Coercion and Enticement 18 U.S.C. § 2422

Federal charge overview for Coercion and Enticement. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Failure to Register as Sex Offender 18 U.S.C. § 2250

Federal charge overview for Failure to Register as Sex Offender. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Obscene Material Distribution to Minors 18 U.S.C. § 1470

Federal charge overview for Obscene Material Distribution to Minors. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Forced Labor 18 U.S.C. § 1589

Federal charge overview for Forced Labor. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Trafficking for Forced Labor 18 U.S.C. § 1590

Federal charge overview for Trafficking for Forced Labor. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Document Servitude 18 U.S.C. § 1592

Federal charge overview for Document Servitude. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Benefiting Financially From Trafficking 18 U.S.C. § 1593A

Federal charge overview for Benefiting Financially From Trafficking. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Aggravated Sexual Abuse in Federal Jurisdiction 18 U.S.C. § 2241

Federal charge overview for Aggravated Sexual Abuse in Federal Jurisdiction. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Sexual Abuse of a Minor or Ward 18 U.S.C. § 2243

Federal charge overview for Sexual Abuse of a Minor or Ward. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Abusive Sexual Contact 18 U.S.C. § 2244

Federal charge overview for Abusive Sexual Contact. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Sexual Exploitation Enterprise 18 U.S.C. § 2252A(g)

Federal charge overview for Sexual Exploitation Enterprise. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Child Exploitation Advertising 18 U.S.C. § 2251(d)

Federal charge overview for Child Exploitation Advertising. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Misleading Domain Name to Deceive Minors 18 U.S.C. § 2252B

Federal charge overview for Misleading Domain Name to Deceive Minors. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Misleading Words or Images Online 18 U.S.C. § 2252C

Federal charge overview for Misleading Words or Images Online. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Possession of CSAM on Federal Property 18 U.S.C. § 2252A

Federal charge overview for Possession of CSAM on Federal Property. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Immigration / Border

Illegal Reentry After Removal 8 U.S.C. § 1326

Federal charge overview for Illegal Reentry After Removal. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Improper Entry by Alien 8 U.S.C. § 1325

Federal charge overview for Improper Entry by Alien. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Alien Smuggling 8 U.S.C. § 1324

Federal charge overview for Alien Smuggling. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Harboring Undocumented Person 8 U.S.C. § 1324

Federal charge overview for Harboring Undocumented Person. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Transporting Undocumented Person 8 U.S.C. § 1324

Federal charge overview for Transporting Undocumented Person. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Encouraging or Inducing Illegal Entry 8 U.S.C. § 1324

Federal charge overview for Encouraging or Inducing Illegal Entry. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Marriage Fraud 8 U.S.C. § 1325(c)

Federal charge overview for Marriage Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Immigration Document Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1546

Federal charge overview for Immigration Document Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

False Claim to U.S. Citizenship 18 U.S.C. § 911

Federal charge overview for False Claim to U.S. Citizenship. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Misuse of Passport 18 U.S.C. § 1544

Federal charge overview for Misuse of Passport. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Forgery or False Use of Passport 18 U.S.C. § 1543

Federal charge overview for Forgery or False Use of Passport. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Fraudulent Naturalization 18 U.S.C. § 1425

Federal charge overview for Fraudulent Naturalization. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

False Statement in Immigration Matter 18 U.S.C. § 1001 / § 1546

Federal charge overview for False Statement in Immigration Matter. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Failure to Depart 8 U.S.C. § 1253

Federal charge overview for Failure to Depart. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Reentry of Removed Felon 8 U.S.C. § 1326

Federal charge overview for Reentry of Removed Felon. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Bringing Aliens to the United States 8 U.S.C. § 1324

Federal charge overview for Bringing Aliens to the United States. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Visa Overstay Related Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1001 / § 1546

Federal charge overview for Visa Overstay Related Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Employer Immigration Document Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1546

Federal charge overview for Employer Immigration Document Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

I-9 Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1546

Federal charge overview for I-9 Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Border Tunnel Offense 18 U.S.C. § 555

Federal charge overview for Border Tunnel Offense. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Cyber / Technology

Computer Fraud and Abuse Act Violation 18 U.S.C. § 1030

Federal charge overview for Computer Fraud and Abuse Act Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Computer Intrusion 18 U.S.C. § 1030

Federal charge overview for Computer Intrusion. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Ransomware Extortion 18 U.S.C. § 1030 / § 875

Federal charge overview for Ransomware Extortion. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Data Theft 18 U.S.C. § 1030

Federal charge overview for Data Theft. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Credential Trafficking 18 U.S.C. § 1029 / § 1030

Federal charge overview for Credential Trafficking. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Botnet Operation 18 U.S.C. § 1030

Federal charge overview for Botnet Operation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

DDoS Attack 18 U.S.C. § 1030

Federal charge overview for DDoS Attack. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Cyberstalking 18 U.S.C. § 2261A

Federal charge overview for Cyberstalking. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Wiretap Act Violation 18 U.S.C. § 2511

Federal charge overview for Wiretap Act Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Stored Communications Act Violation 18 U.S.C. § 2701

Federal charge overview for Stored Communications Act Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

CAN-SPAM Criminal Violation 18 U.S.C. § 1037

Federal charge overview for CAN-SPAM Criminal Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Domain Name Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1028 / § 1343

Federal charge overview for Domain Name Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Cryptocurrency Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1343 / § 1956

Federal charge overview for Cryptocurrency Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Intellectual Property

Trafficking in Counterfeit Goods 18 U.S.C. § 2320

Federal charge overview for Trafficking in Counterfeit Goods. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Criminal Copyright Infringement 17 U.S.C. § 506 / 18 U.S.C. § 2319

Federal charge overview for Criminal Copyright Infringement. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Trade Secret Theft 18 U.S.C. § 1832

Federal charge overview for Trade Secret Theft. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Economic Espionage 18 U.S.C. § 1831

Federal charge overview for Economic Espionage. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

DMCA Criminal Circumvention 17 U.S.C. § 1204

Federal charge overview for DMCA Criminal Circumvention. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Piracy of Streaming Services 18 U.S.C. § 2319C

Federal charge overview for Piracy of Streaming Services. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Counterfeit Label Trafficking 18 U.S.C. § 2318

Federal charge overview for Counterfeit Label Trafficking. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Obstruction / Court

Obstruction of Justice 18 U.S.C. § 1503

Federal charge overview for Obstruction of Justice. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Obstruction of Official Proceeding 18 U.S.C. § 1512

Federal charge overview for Obstruction of Official Proceeding. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Witness Tampering 18 U.S.C. § 1512

Federal charge overview for Witness Tampering. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Witness Retaliation 18 U.S.C. § 1513

Federal charge overview for Witness Retaliation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Destruction of Records 18 U.S.C. § 1519

Federal charge overview for Destruction of Records. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Perjury 18 U.S.C. § 1621

Federal charge overview for Perjury. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

False Declaration Before Court or Grand Jury 18 U.S.C. § 1623

Federal charge overview for False Declaration Before Court or Grand Jury. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Subornation of Perjury 18 U.S.C. § 1622

Federal charge overview for Subornation of Perjury. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Criminal Contempt 18 U.S.C. § 401 / § 402

Federal charge overview for Criminal Contempt. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Bail Jumping 18 U.S.C. § 3146

Federal charge overview for Bail Jumping. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Public Corruption

Bribery of Public Official 18 U.S.C. § 201

Federal charge overview for Bribery of Public Official. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Illegal Gratuity 18 U.S.C. § 201

Federal charge overview for Illegal Gratuity. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Theft or Bribery Concerning Federal Funds 18 U.S.C. § 666

Federal charge overview for Theft or Bribery Concerning Federal Funds. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Honest Services Fraud 18 U.S.C. § 1346

Federal charge overview for Honest Services Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Extortion Under Color of Official Right 18 U.S.C. § 1951

Federal charge overview for Extortion Under Color of Official Right. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Federal Election Fraud 52 U.S.C. § 10307 / 18 U.S.C. § 371

Federal charge overview for Federal Election Fraud. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Campaign Finance Violation 52 U.S.C. § 30109

Federal charge overview for Campaign Finance Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Foreign Agent Registration Act Violation 22 U.S.C. § 618

Federal charge overview for Foreign Agent Registration Act Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Conflict of Interest by Federal Employee 18 U.S.C. § 208

Federal charge overview for Conflict of Interest by Federal Employee. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Supplementation of Federal Salary 18 U.S.C. § 209

Federal charge overview for Supplementation of Federal Salary. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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National Security / Terrorism

Material Support to Terrorists 18 U.S.C. § 2339A

Federal charge overview for Material Support to Terrorists. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Material Support to Foreign Terrorist Organization 18 U.S.C. § 2339B

Federal charge overview for Material Support to Foreign Terrorist Organization. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Terrorism Financing 18 U.S.C. § 2339C

Federal charge overview for Terrorism Financing. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Use of Weapon of Mass Destruction 18 U.S.C. § 2332a

Federal charge overview for Use of Weapon of Mass Destruction. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Acts of Terrorism Transcending National Boundaries 18 U.S.C. § 2332b

Federal charge overview for Acts of Terrorism Transcending National Boundaries. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Aircraft Piracy 49 U.S.C. § 46502

Federal charge overview for Aircraft Piracy. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Interference With Flight Crew 49 U.S.C. § 46504

Federal charge overview for Interference With Flight Crew. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Espionage 18 U.S.C. § 793 / § 794

Federal charge overview for Espionage. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Mishandling Classified Information 18 U.S.C. § 793

Federal charge overview for Mishandling Classified Information. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Disclosure of Classified Communications Intelligence 18 U.S.C. § 798

Federal charge overview for Disclosure of Classified Communications Intelligence. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Acting as Agent of Foreign Government 18 U.S.C. § 951

Federal charge overview for Acting as Agent of Foreign Government. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Export / Sanctions

Economic Sanctions Violation 50 U.S.C. § 1705

Federal charge overview for Economic Sanctions Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Export Control Violation 50 U.S.C. § 4819

Federal charge overview for Export Control Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Arms Export Control Act Violation 22 U.S.C. § 2778

Federal charge overview for Arms Export Control Act Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Smuggling Goods From the United States 18 U.S.C. § 554

Federal charge overview for Smuggling Goods From the United States. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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Environmental / Regulatory

Clean Water Act Violation 33 U.S.C. § 1319

Federal charge overview for Clean Water Act Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Clean Air Act Violation 42 U.S.C. § 7413

Federal charge overview for Clean Air Act Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Hazardous Waste Violation 42 U.S.C. § 6928

Federal charge overview for Hazardous Waste Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act Violation 21 U.S.C. § 331 / § 333

Federal charge overview for Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act Violation. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

Lacey Act Wildlife Trafficking 16 U.S.C. § 3372

Federal charge overview for Lacey Act Wildlife Trafficking. Elements, defenses, penalties, and venue depend on the statute, facts, charging instrument, criminal history, and federal sentencing guidelines.

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