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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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Federal Mandatory Minimums vs. Sentencing Guidelines for Child Porn Cases

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Last Modified on Apr 23, 2025

Some of the most fiercely punished and politically sensitive areas of criminal law are those related to child pornography cases. Therefore, it is crucial for defendants and their loved ones to understand the difference between… [...]

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International Travel Complications with Federal Child Pornography Convictions

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Last Modified on Apr 23, 2025

Federal child pornography convictions come with severe legal penalties in the United States, such as mandatory registration as a sex offender, probation, and long periods of incarceration. Of the 1,408 individuals sentenced for child pornography… [...]

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Legal Impact on Family Court and Custody When Facing Child Porn Charges

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Last Modified on Mar 28, 2025

Individuals who are facing child pornography-related charges can also be dealing with disastrous repercussions related to family law matters, especially child custody cases. When making parental rights and custody decisions, courts take into account the… [...]

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Mental Health Considerations and Evaluations in Child Pornography Cases

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Last Modified on Mar 28, 2025

Child pornography cases come with complicated and unique challenges that involve the legal system, especially when it comes to determining the mental health of offenders. Mental health considerations and evaluations in child pornography cases are… [...]

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How Can Peer-to-Peer File Sharing Lead to Child Pornography Charges?

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Last Modified on Mar 14, 2025

In our digital age, individuals use various platforms and sites to share information and material online. Peer-to-peer file-sharing networks are one of these tools, which are used to share and download software, music, and movies.… [...]

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Protecting Privacy & Reputation During Federal Child Pornography Investigations

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Last Modified on Mar 14, 2025

If you are the subject of a federal child pornography investigation, this can be devastating and permanently damaging to your reputation. As opposed to other types of criminal investigations, such cases are commonly viewed with… [...]

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Navigating the Federal Court Process for Child Pornography Charges

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Last Modified on Mar 14, 2025

If you or a loved one is facing federal pornography charges, it is crucial to understand the entire legal process. Compared to state court procedures, the federal system has key differences, with specifically local considerations… [...]

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How Often Are People Falsely Accused of Child Porn? 2025

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Last Modified on Mar 14, 2025

It can be extremely devastating to be falsely accused of child pornography offenses, with potential penalties including permanent social stigma, mandatory sex offender registration, and time in prison. While it’s difficult to understand how often… [...]

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How Are Internet Crimes Reported in Virginia?

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Last Modified on Dec 31, 2024

An internet crime has a strong potential to completely shatter someone’s financial future, professional reputation, and even personal relationships. Internet crimes, also known as cybercrimes, are capable of obliterating someone’s finances, framing them for crimes,… [...]

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Common Types of Sex Crimes in Virginia

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Last Modified on Dec 31, 2024

A sex crime charge is no laughing matter. Depending on the crime you are being charged with, you could be facing severe legal penalties that range anywhere from hefty fines to substantial prison time. A… [...]

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