Virginia Violent Crime Attorney
Allegations of any crime can be overwhelming, but serious or violent crime felonies in particular carry harsh consequences with a conviction. When facing these types of situations, it is best to seek out strong legal representation. Our team includes experienced Virginia violent crime lawyers who are dedicated to providing a robust defense and protecting your rights throughout the legal process.
At The Johnson/Citronberg, PLLC, we vigorously defend individuals who have been charged with serious or violent crimes. Our lawyers invest considerable time and resources into investigating and challenging the government’s allegations and evidence, working toward the best possible outcomes.
We are prepared to defend you against a wide range of felony crimes, including:
- Murder charges
- Assault and battery charges
- Sexual assault charges
- Robbery charges
- Burglary charges
You don’t have to wait for formal charges in order to seek legal help. Protect your rights from day one. Contact us today to discuss how we can help your case.
CALL US TODAY 855-959-4003
Testimonials from Our Clients
Maybel G.
Jess is known for his meticulous and strategic work style. At his firm, there is a culture of excellence and client focused dedication that is unmatched. He is very thorough during the entire legal process and always finds a way to solve client problems.
Rachel K.
Jess Johnson is the perfect attorney to overcome serious legal charges! He is very approachable & will use his expertise to give you the best criminal legal defense possible and I know this from personal experience. When you’re going through the scariest period in your life, you need the best lawyer on your side. I give him my highest recommendation!
Knowledgeable Arlington Murder and Assault Charges Defense Attorneys
Sometimes in serious crimes, such as murder, robbery or assault, the prosecution may be dealing with incomplete police investigations or unreliable eyewitness testimony. An experienced criminal defense attorney can use these instances to build a strong case strategy.
In addition to developing cutting-edge defenses and legal arguments, our Alexandria, Virginia, violent crimes defense attorneys are experienced in confronting scientific data including DNA, computer and other forensic evidence. We believe that any prosecution must be attacked at both the pretrial phase and during trial, and we engage in a heavy motions practice to challenge the government’s proof and contest the admissibility of the government’s evidence.
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Virginia Violent Crime Case Results
Pilot Found Not Guilty in Major Federal Drug Conspiracy Case
Our client was a pilot and retired military officer. He was accused of knowingly transporting a large quantity of cocaine from southern Texas to Atlanta. If convicted, he likely would have died in prison. We were able to show a jury that our client had no knowledge of the drugs on board his aircraft. The jury returned a not guilty verdict in less than an hour of deliberating.
Federal Judge in Eastern District of Virginia Gives Lowest Possible Sentence to Autistic Client
Our client, a federal employee, was convicted of federal child pornography charges. Based on his autism diagnosis, we convinced a federal judge to give the lowest sentence possible.
Time-Served Sentence in Major Federal Drug Conspiracy Case in Atlanta
Our client was facing life in prison after being charged in a wide-sweeping drug conspiracy case in the Northern District of Georgia. We were able to show that our client was abused by her husband and forced to ingest drugs, which led her becoming addicted. The judge determined that her culpability was the least of the many who were charged and granted our request for a sentence of ‘time-served’ which means no additional jail time. Our client was able to go home to her children the same day that she was sentenced.
Dismissal of Child Pornography Charges in Richmond, Virginia for Autistic Client
Our client, a working professional, was charged with distribution of child pornography after law enforcement raided his home. We helped our autistic client and convinced the court to defer all charges for dismissal due to his disability.
Contact Our Lawyers Team to Get Help with Violent Crime Charges
We are ready and able to represent you, no matter how severe the charges are that you are facing. Contact us at 855-959-4003, or by e-mail using our secure online form.
At our office location in Alexandra and satellite in Charlottesville, we are able to represent clients in Virginia and throughout the D.C. area.
Meet Our Attorneys
Jess Johnson
Jess B. Johnson is a Partner & Founder at Johnson/Citronberg, PLLC with more than 15 years of experience in criminal defense and civil litigation. He represents clients in federal courts across the country and is licensed in Georgia, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Jess has handled complex investigations, trials, and appeals for elected officials, business leaders, whistleblowers, and individuals. He has secured dismissals, acquittals, favorable sentences, and major whistleblower awards. A University of Georgia graduate, Jess was selected as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine every year since 2012.
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Cary Jacob Citronberg
Cary Jacob Citronberg is the Partner and Founder of Johnson/Citronberg, PLLC in Alexandria, Virginia, where he focuses on federal and state criminal defense matters. Licensed in Virginia since 2011, he brings more than 14 years of courtroom experience along with a strong record of advocacy. Cary received his J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 2010 after earning his B.A. from Northwestern University in 2006. His work has been repeatedly recognized by Super Lawyers, with selections as a Rising Star from 2016 through 2021 and to the Super Lawyers list from 2022 through 2025.
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