Attorney James P. Whalen Releases Initial Statement

Attorney James P. Whalen Releases Initial Statement on Richardson Man Accused of Supporting ISIS

Said Azzam Mohamad Rahim has been arrested on a criminal complaint and is in custody by the FBI.

Rahim’s attorney James P. Whalen has released an initial statement regarding the case as covered by different news channels:

Rahim is accused of supporting ISIS activities in statements he posted online as well as remarks he made to certain individuals. He is also accused of lying to federal law enforcement officers regarding his alleged support for ISIS during an investigation on terrorism on March 5 and now faces an indictment.

Rahim faces maximum statutory penalty for each count in the indictment, which means 8 years in federal prison, a period of supervised release and a $250,000 fine.

In cases such as this, when your right to free speech is in jeopardy, it is important that you have the assistance of an experienced and skilled defense attorney to ensure that your legal rights are protected. Contact the Whalen Law Office to get professional and expert help.

Author Bio

James P. Whalen

James P. Whalen is the managing attorney and founder of Whalen Law Office, a Texas criminal defense firm offering personalized legal representation for various federal criminal charges. With a commitment to providing comfort and guidance during challenging times, Mr. Whalen serves as both an attorney and counselor to his clients, helping them navigate their cases while striving to restore normalcy to their lives.

In an inherently unbalanced criminal justice system, Mr. Whalen takes on cases with unwavering dedication. With decades of legal experience, he offers representation across various criminal charges, including white-collar crimes, violent crimes, drug charges, and more. Mr. Whalen’s numerous accolades, including Super Lawyer recognition and board certification in Criminal Appellate Law and Criminal Law, reflect his unwavering commitment to ethical and high-quality legal representation.

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