Can the feds indict you after everyone involved has been sentenced and gone to prison but you where never indicted?

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   Dennis DiMartinoPro

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   Answered January 31, 2013 15:59. Yes, they can do that, legally speaking. The thing they can't really do is charge you Federally after you've been convicted in State.Court. You said that you spit the hook on State.charges, so the Feds can now come after you. I strongly advise hiring the best, most experienced criminal defense lawyer you can afford! Good luck in the case
   
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   John ThygersonPro

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   Answered January 31, 2013 14:49. It depends on what, if any, incriminating evidence the individuals who have been sentenced gave the feds about you and/or your involvement. The short answer is yes, you can still be indicted.

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   David Brent CoxPro

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   Answered January 31, 2013 14:54. You could still be in trouble depending on the crime and when it was committed. The best thing you can do is retain an attorney with exerience in federal criminal cases to advise you.

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   Joshua LowtherPro

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   Answered February 03, 2013 08:10. If the limitation period on initiating a prosecution has not expired (generally 5 years, pursuant to 18 USC Section 3282), yes. However, there may be factual issues (as opposed to legal issues) which may make such prosecution difficult.
   
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