Can my attorney contact the atf and work out something so a indictment does not come out

The ATF will not make the ultimate decision whether to indict. A federal prosecutor will (Assistant United States Attorney). It is very common for...

Our son was arrested and then it went Fed. His release date on BOP website was 11-5-2017 and now it says 8-9-2019 What's this?

You really need to consult with an attorney to find out what his release date is and whether that is correct. From your narrative, it is impossible...

In court

Absolutely. Trials and other hearings in criminal cases, including guilty pleas and sentencing are open to the public. The clerk's office may be...

Should I talk or give information to the VA Office of Regional Counsel when they call Friday at 11AM about the Federal Tort

You can not expect to get specific advise about your case from lawyers who know nothing about it. It sounds like you have commenced a federal tort...

Can I shift a case to federal if I discover a RICO claim?

This is a complex civil litigation question, not a federal crime question. RICO is extremely complicated, and establishing a civil RICO violation...

What happens to a federal conviction if it's later discovered that the indicting Grand Jury's term had expired?

This is a very complex and unusual situation. It would be worth your friend's while to consult with an attorney who could research the issue and...

The worst that can happen is you get caught and sent back to prison. No way to no how much time you are looking at without knowing the specifics of...

They can collect for 20 years from the date you were released from custody following your conviction, that is. 20 years from the start of your...

Can you be tried by state after signing a deal with federal?

The state can charge him for the same conduct that the feds have already prosecuted him for. But given that he cooperated in the federal case, I...

Can I get in trouble for publicizing a pending arrest for felony of a Girl Scout troop leader. There is proof.

As long as you give accurate information, nor rumor or innuendo, you cannot be sued. Truth is always a defense. I agree with you that there is no...