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Feds Dismiss Child Porn Charges against Virginia Lawyer
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… [...]
Can I Get Probation in a Federal Child Pornography Case?
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… [...]
Federal Child Pornography Charges Dismissed Thanks to Defense Expert
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… [...]
Can Using the Dark Web Lead to Internet Sex Crime Charges? Know the Risks
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… [...]
What Are Considered Internet Sex Crimes?
Due to the rise in online technologies, a vast array of platforms and means have emerged to share information over the Internet. However, the sharing and distribution of certain content or media over the Internet… [...]
Child Pornography Sentencing Guidelines
If you are facing charges for child pornography in Virginia or Georgia or from the federal government, then you are likely wondering what potential sentences you could be facing. While an experienced and skilled child… [...]
Difference Between State (Virginia) & Federal Child Pornography Charges
If you are facing federal pornography crime charges in the state of Virginia, then you may be charged by local or federal authorities. It’s important to note that the jurisdiction in which you are charged… [...]
What to Expect at the Initial Appearance in Federal Criminal Cases
The initial appearance in federal criminal court is the first time that someone charged with a federal crime goes before a judge. What happens at initial appearance is governed by Rule 5 of the Federal Rules of… [...]
Deleted and Temporary Internet Files: Defending Child Pornography Charges
Child Pornography Defense Lawyers In federal court, possession of child pornography is typically prosecuted under 18 U.S.C. § 2252 and § 2252A. These statutes require that a person “knowingly” possess an image depicting child pornography for there to… [...]
Cary Citronberg Teaches Course on Autism and Internet Sex Crimes in Virginia
Cary Citronberg, a partner at the Alexandria-based law firm Johnson/Citronberg, recently taught a legal course on leveraging autism in internet sex crimes cases to fellow Virginia criminal lawyers. The course, which was put on by… [...]
