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Cary Jacob Citronberg

Cary Jacob Citronberg is the Partner and Founder of Johnson/Citronberg, PLLC in Alexandria, Virginia, where he concentrates on federal and state criminal defense. Licensed in Virginia since 2011, he offers more than 14 years of courtroom experience and a proven record of advocacy. Cary earned his J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 2010 after receiving his B.A. from Northwestern University in 2006. His excellence in practice has been consistently recognized by Super Lawyers—named a Rising Star from 2016 to 2021 and selected to the Super Lawyers list from 2022 through 2025.

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How Autism Spectrum Disorder Can Affect Criminal Charges in Virginia

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Last Modified on Apr 23, 2026

If you or a loved one is charged with a crime, an autism diagnosis may actually help your chances of receiving a more favorable sentence. Autism criminal defense strategies exist to protect people with Autism… [...]

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What Triggers a Federal Child Pornography Investigation Online in Virginia?

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Last Modified on Apr 23, 2026

Child pornography laws are strict at the state and federal levels in Virginia. Several kinds of criminal activities can be involved in child pornography cases. If you’re worried about being accused of illegal activity, it’s… [...]

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Can Multiple People Be Charged From the Same Online Investigation in Virginia?

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Last Modified on Apr 23, 2026

Child pornography cases are prosecuted harshly, both at the state level in Virginia and at the federal level. If you even suspect you’re being investigated, it’s imperative that you take action. This is true, even… [...]

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Why Federal Agents Target Online Child Pornography Networks in Virginia?

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Last Modified on Apr 21, 2026

Understanding why federal agents target online child pornography networks in Virginia can help defendants better understand why their charges may have occurred. Federal agencies closely monitor many networks throughout Virginia because of its close proximity… [...]

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Do Child Pornography Cases Involving Anonymous Browsers Carry Harsher Penalties in Virginia?

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Last Modified on Apr 21, 2026

Do child pornography cases involving anonymous browsers carry harsher penalties in Virginia? Child pornography cases are never dealt with lightly in Virginia, but when the use of an anonymous browser is involved, you may be… [...]

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Can Cached Files or Temporary Internet Files Lead to Criminal Charges in Virginia?

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Last Modified on Apr 24, 2026

Virginia has incredibly strict laws surrounding the production, distribution, or possession of illegal and obscene materials. This often leaves many individuals wondering, “Can cached files or temporary internet files lead to criminal charges in Virginia?”… [...]

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Cary Citronberg testifies before Virginia Senate Committee to Expand Rights of Autism Defendants

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Last Modified on Apr 22, 2026

Johnson/Citronberg is actively engaged in shaping Virginia’s criminal laws to protect criminal defendants with autism. Cary Citronberg, a partner at Johnson/Citronberg, recently testified before the Virginia Senate committee on Courts of Justice as an advocate… [...]

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Does Viewing Child Pornography Without Downloading Still Lead to Charges in Virginia?

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Last Modified on Apr 15, 2026

Viewing child pornography without downloading can still lead to charges in Virginia because the law treats viewing, receiving, downloading, or otherwise interacting with or being in control of sexually explicit material involving a minor as… [...]

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What Counts as “Possession” of Child Pornography Under Federal Law in Virginia?

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Last Modified on Apr 21, 2026

Under federal law in Virginia, possession of child pornography generally means knowingly having control over material that shows the sexual abuse or exploitation of a minor or knowingly having the power and intention to control… [...]

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Can You Be Charged With Child Pornography Without Intentionally Searching for It in Virginia?

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Last Modified on Apr 21, 2026

Facing criminal child pornography charges can be difficult to understand, as they involve complex Virginia child pornography laws and legal definitions. If you have been charged with possession, you may be wondering, “Can you be… [...]

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