Lynchburg, VA asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Virginia

Q: The feds are saying unless you turn in people they will charge you with a crime you didnt commet

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William Jaksa
William Jaksa
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Toronto

A: Sounds like they are putting pressure on you with the hopes that you cooperate with them. Call a local criminal lawyer to understand the liability you are facing. There is not enough information in your question to get any meaningful advice here.

Shemeka C Hankins agrees with this answer

Shemeka C Hankins
Shemeka C Hankins
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • Licensed in Virginia

A: Sounds like a game of chicken. However, in this case, you shouldn't say anything without legal representation and counsel. They can threaten to bring charges but if they had charges to bring more than likely they would bring them. They don't have to bargain with you. Get a lawyer to help you go and talk to them and advise you what to answer and what not to answer.

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