The Criminal Center helps families navigate federal charges, sentencing, and prison with clarity and results.

Federal Criminal Defense You Can Rely On

We help clients and families through the most difficult times of their lives — from pretrial through prison and beyond. The Criminal Center focuses exclusively on federal criminal cases. Whether you’re facing a new indictment or seeking a sentence reduction through compassionate release, we’ll give you clear answers and honest guidance — fast.

Serving clients nationwide, we’re trusted by families, professionals, and high-stakes defendants who need a results-driven defense rooted in strategy, compassion, and experience.

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Experienced & Trusted.

With years of hands-on experience in federal courtrooms across the country, The Criminal Center has become a trusted guide for families and individuals facing federal charges, sentencing, and post-conviction challenges.
We don’t handle state cases or general practice matters — we focus solely on federal criminal law. That means when you work with us, you’re getting dedicated insight, strategy, and advocacy tailored to the federal system.

Federal Criminal Defense

Representing clients at every stage — indictment, plea, sentencing, and post-conviction.

Sentencing Advocacy

Strategic planning for sentencing hearings, including mitigation, prison placement, and program eligibility.

Compassionate Release

We advocate for early release based on medical needs, family hardship, or changes in the law.

Attorney Brandon Sample is admitted only in Vermont and limits his practice to federal law matters before federal courts and federal agencies around the United States.