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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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What Is a SORNA (Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act) Violation?

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Last Modified on Apr 15, 2026

A SORNA violation happens when a person who is required to register as a sex offender fails to comply with the registration or notification rules under the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act. SORNA requires… [...]

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Federal Child Pornography Sentencing Guidelines

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Last Modified on May 15, 2026

Facing Child Pornography Charges? We handle child pornography cases in federal courts everywhere. See How We Defend These Cases   ❯ The federal sentencing guidelines for non-production child pornography offenses are generally found under §2G2.2… [...]

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Types of Felony Sentences in Virginia

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Last Modified on Dec 31, 2024

Classification of Felonies and Sentences in Virginia Virginia has six different categories of felony offenses (Class 1 through Class 6), each carrying different sets of penalties. The sentencing ranges for these classes are set forth… [...]

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Handling False Allegations of Child Pornography & Who to Call?

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Last Modified on Aug 22, 2024

Being falsely charged or accused of child pornography crimes can be overwhelming and emotional. You may be feeling personally attacked by the individual who falsely accused you, and you are likely wondering how your reputation… [...]

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Why You Need Your Own Computer Forensics Defense Expert When Accused of Online Child Pornography

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

Cases involving child pornography commonly involve technology, such as phones, tablets, and computers. This necessitates the skills of a computer forensic defense expert. They can conduct key investigations to uncover evidence used to support the… [...]

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Fairfax, Virginia Child Pornography Charges Dismissed

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Last Modified on Nov 12, 2024

Our law firm recently won the dismissal of all child pornography charges in Fairfax, Virginia. After winning a motion to suppress, Fairfax prosecutors agreed to drop all felony counts in favor of a misdemeanor plea… [...]

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Feds Dismiss Child Porn Charges against Virginia Lawyer

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Last Modified on Apr 22, 2026

Our law firm recently obtained a dismissal of federal child pornography charges against a Virginia lawyer in the Western District of Virginia. Our client was a criminal defense attorney appointed to represent an individual in… [...]

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Can I Get Probation in a Federal Child Pornography Case?

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Last Modified on May 15, 2026

Yes, it is possible to receive a probation sentence in a federal child pornography case. Probated sentences, however, are rare and have become less common over the past couple of decades. In 2024, our law… [...]

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Federal Child Pornography Charges Dismissed Thanks to Defense Expert

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Last Modified on May 15, 2026

Federal child pornography charges can sometimes be dismissed when a strong defense uncovers serious problems in the government’s evidence. In this case, the client was indicted for possessing and receiving child pornography after federal agents… [...]

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Can Using the Dark Web Lead to Internet Sex Crime Charges? Know the Risks

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Last Modified on May 20, 2026

The dark web is a hidden part of the Internet that the majority of Internet users do not think about or engage with, with the standard activities happening there varying greatly from that of the… [...]

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