Virginia Money Laundering Attorney
Money laundering involves transferring money that is a product of criminal activity, and it is often connected to other crimes, such as drug conspiracy or fraud. If you have been accused of or are under investigation for such activities, it is in your best interests to consult with a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible. A criminal defense lawyer can provide you with expert legal advice, help protect your rights, and guide you through the complexities of the legal process to ensure the best possible outcome for your case.
At Johnson/Citronberg, PLLC, we are dedicated to representing individuals for a wide range of complex criminal law matters, including money laundering, fraud, conspiracy and other white collar crimes. Our Alexandria, skilled Virginia, money laundering defense attorneys provide strategic, smart legal tactics to those accused of money laundering.
We defend clients who are under criminal investigation for the following:
- Illegal wire transfers
- Structuring transactions to conceal source or value
- Failure to report transactions over $10,000
- Financial transactions involving proceeds from unlawful activities
Don’t wait until formal charges have been made to seek legal representation. Contact us today to discuss how we can help your case.
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Strong Representation From Arlington Conspiracy Charges Attorneys
Money laundering, conspiracy, and other financial crimes often also involve structuring. This crime involves taking cash transactions in excess of $10,000 and structuring them into smaller deposits in order to avoid scrutiny from the federal government. Although this practice is often used by criminal or drug enterprises, often other business owners and individuals innocently use this tactic to avoid looking suspicious to financial institutions. Instead, these small deposits are a red flag to banks, who report them to the federal government, triggering a criminal investigation and seizure of the funds. If you are facing charges related to drug crimes or financial offenses, a skilled drug crime lawyer can help protect your rights and work to minimize the consequences.
Our criminal defense attorneys in Virginia have the knowledge and skill to defend you throughout the investigation and, if necessary, the trial and appeals process. First and foremost, our strategy will involve avoiding criminal prosecution, instead resolving the case as a civil matter or as a deferred prosecution. In order to do so, we will work diligently to demonstrate why the transactions are innocent and the source of funds legitimate.
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Virginia Money Laundering 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.
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!
Contact Johnson/Citronberg, PLLC to Get Help with Money Laundering Cases
No matter the complexity of the money laundering and other charges you are facing, we are prepared to represent you. 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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