In a federal drug case, can cooperation\information given under 5k1 be used solely to indict other people?
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Answered on July 29, 2020
Typically, a prosecutor will not indict until he has several witnesses and other evidence. There is no way to say what other information the...
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How I was indicted on federal charges for 50grams of meth which I had no dealings.
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Answered on July 29, 2020
My guess is they have more evidence than simply that you happened to be in the car. You need a good criminal defense attorney to represent you. He...
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Is it OK for a federal officer to put someone on the ground after said person opened the door of the officer's vehicle?
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Answered on July 28, 2020
Whether force is excessive in a particular situation depends on all the facts. You are not going to find a law that says "Federal agents can put...
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Is it légal to hold a person with no bond on this type of charge?
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Answered on July 28, 2020
Federal courts do not typically use bail. They are required to determine if the defendant will be a risk of flight or a danger to the community if...
Can the FBI stop me from using my phone in a raid? Can they deny my request to see their warrant when they first come in?
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Answered on July 27, 2020
It is very common for agents to prohibit use of phones during a search "for security reasons." You are unlikely to get any compensation for a messy...
Why do my bank freeze my account at capital one when my unemployment was deposited into my account alone with my SBA relief ?
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Answered on July 27, 2020
Call the bank customer service and ask them these questions.
Cooperation with FBI leading to no chagrs?
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Answered on July 27, 2020
It depends on the circumstances. You need a lawyer to represent you.
Does the FBI need probable cause for each item on a warrant?
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Answered on July 26, 2020
If they find evidence of crime or contraband in the places they are searching for the things specified in the warrant, they can seize them as well,...
Is doing a proffer before charges filed a good sign?
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Answered on July 26, 2020
A proffer is typically the first step toward cooperation which could get you a reduced sentence. It is unlikely that it will result in no charges....
Is there a procedural way to fight misconduct by a federal agent?
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Answered on July 26, 2020
These issues can only be raised on appeal if there is a record of them in the district court. You may need to appeal other issues and if you lose,...
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