Cincinnati, OH -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/25/2019 -- According to the United States Sentencing Commission Quarterly Data Report published in July 2019, the top 3 federal offenses registered across the U.S. were related to immigration (37.2%), drugs (26.4%) and firearms (11.7%). Given the current political and societal environment, these come as no surprise. Within this context, defendants and their legal teams have been navigating an uncertain environment where often more can be done to influence the sentencing decision.

The concept of external, specialized assistance to counsels is not new, however one team has been trailblazing the way in challenging the judicial process with hard facts and expert advice since the late 80s.

An extra helping hand for defense teams

The National Legal Professional Associates (NLPA) is a powerhouse of investigators, paralegals, and attorneys that has one of the most successful track records across the United States of aiding pre-indictment, pre-trial, pre-sentencing or post-conviction matters for the past 33 years. In a day and age of increased pressure, instability and leeway for legal interpretation, NLPA has been making a positive difference in the lives of thousands of people and their families.

"As we speak, a substantial number of cases related to immigration and drugs in particular are ongoing or just beginning. While most of us can agree this is a crisis under current immigration policies and facing with a spike in narcotics consumption and illegal drug trade, to us at NLPA it is evident for many of the cases unfairly sentenced, there is more that can be done. Our services are exclusively dedicated to providing research and assistance to counsels as members of the defense team. We have managed together to reduce sections to as much as 11 years, reinstate appeals, terminate deportations and even overturning a sentence all together. We are extremely proud of the support we can offer.', said an NLPA spokesperson.

Making a difference together

NLPA's expertise spreads across local, state, and federal courts, and thanks to their extensive network of former government agents, expert witnesses, former DEA and Secret Service agents, and more, they are perfectly positioned to make a difference. Collaboration is however key, and being able to effectively work with existing defense teams to understand the complexity and uniqueness of every case is one of the guiding principles of NLPA.

Anyone who would like to get in touch and find out more about how NLPA can help, is encouraged to contact them at (866) 663-7440 or via their website.

About National Legal Professional Associates (NLPA)
Founded back in 1986, NLPA has a long-standing heritage of successfully assisting licensed counsels in getting the very best outcomes for their clients. With an underlying commitment to making a difference for the better in the lives of those facing harsh sentences and their families, NLPA has a track record of success in pretrial, appeal, post-conviction, criminal cases, civil cases, federal drug cases, sentencing, immigration law or general law.

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Cincinnati, OH -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/14/2019 -- There are so many state, regional, and federal court of appeals in the U.S.A., that you can just imagine how many appeals are made every day. An appeal isn't just an option in America, it's frequently used and should be.

First, there are just how many different courts you can appeal to. There are courts on the state level for appeals, and then there are circuit courts that hear appeals by district, and eventually, there is the supreme court. There are many convictions, of course, that are minor enough that no one would ever try to appeal them all the way to the Supreme Court, but there are many minor offenses that can, and should, be appealed if the person in question believes that they've been wronged. Although not guaranteed by the Constitution, appeals are a common practice throughout America.

The problem that has emerged today is one that most people would never consider: Many defense teams aid a person through their trial and all the way up to the verdict, but once that verdict is given, they also tend to disappear. This is a common occurrence in courtrooms across America and can leave many people in a legal battle feeling bewildered and confused. After an initial verdict comes out as guilty, a person has the option to appeal, but then discovers that they suddenly have little to no resources towards pursuing that appeal. The sad result of this is that many people may choose not to appeal and accept the verdict as rendered, even if they believe it to be wrong.

The consequences of a guilty verdict, left un-appealed, can have serious repercussions on a person's life. This can be the loss of friends, and even family members, who no longer want to associate with the convicted person. Problems with finding employment in the future can also arise. The biggest consequence, however, is the prospect of facing jail time. This is a sentence that can be a few months, but it can also be a few decades. In some cases, a person could be facing lethal injection in their future.

This unfortunate result in many cases has required a response from legal counsel, and now there are law firms, like National Legal Professional Associates, which provide post-conviction relief to people caught in these circumstances. With how many appeals are made every day and across numerous courts, post-conviction relief has become a requirement and not just a convenience.

For anyone experiencing these same circumstances, it's of paramount importance to seek out legal counsel, like National Legal Professional Associates, and use those tools to overturn a wrongful conviction. Many cases on appeal are overturned, which makes an appeal something that should always be explored.

About National Legal Professional Associates
National Legal Professional Associates was established in 1986 by H. Wesley Robinson after a harrowing personal journey. National Legal Professional Associates has a team of lawyers and consultants to help a person seeking Post Conviction Relief, in addition to many other services they provide.

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