What Should I Do If I Am Under A Federal Criminal Investigation

Last Updated on: 25th March 2025, 01:51 am

UNDER A FEDERAL CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION?

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We are Spodek Law Group, a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek. If you find yourself under federal scrutiny, you need to understand what is at stake. When you are under a federal criminal investigation, you can face severe civil and criminal penalties that may include significant fines, prison time, and a criminal record that can damage your future.

Let me be brutally honest: if you want to avoid the worst outcomes, you cannot sit around hoping the investigation goes away. A federal probe will only grow stronger if you ignore it. As your personal strategic advisor, I will not tolerate excuses or sugarcoat this. Instead, I will push you to prepare now. If you do nothing, you could lose your liberty, your money, and your reputation.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Agencies that were alerted to alleged wrongdoing often share information. These agencies include the Department of Justice, the FBI, and other federal groups who have broad authority to investigate and prosecute. If the DOJ decides to charge you, you could be indicted in a federal court. An indictment that was filed against you could lead to strict bail conditions, ongoing court appearances, and possible asset seizures.

If you are accused of money laundering, you will likely face potential prison time. That prison time will increase if the amount of money involved is high. If you are accused of drug trafficking, you will face mandatory minimum sentences. That prison time might be lengthy and non-negotiable. If you are convicted, you will lose the right to vote, the right to own firearms, and you could have trouble finding housing or employment in the future.

Evidence that was illegally obtained may be inadmissible. If that evidence is thrown out, the prosecution’s case might weaken, which can lead to a favorable plea or even dismissal. Without evidence, the prosecutor’s don’t have a case – and you have limited exposure, since they cannot build a case against you. You cannot afford to guess how this works. Our team, which has over 50 years of combined experience, knows how to challenge improper searches and seizures. At the end of the day, we look for ways to get your charges reduced or dismissed.

COMMON FEDERAL CRIMES AND CONSEQUENCES

• Money Laundering
  If you are found guilty of money laundering, you could serve prison time. That prison time may range from a few years to multiple decades, based on the sums involved.
• Drug Offenses
  If you are targeted for trafficking or conspiracy, you could face strict mandatory minimums. These mandatory minimums who were created by Congress often leave judges with limited flexibility.
• Wire Fraud
  If you are convicted of wire fraud, you might get a lengthy prison term, plus heavy fines. That permanent record could stop you from getting loans, jobs, or professional licenses.

Each of these crimes leads to very real, very serious consequences that can change your entire future. If you fail to address the investigation early, you could lose any chance at negotiating a favorable outcome. My job is to warn you, guide you, and push you into proper action.

OUR STRATEGY: HOW WE DEFEND YOU

Our philosophy is simple: win your case. We have defended clients like Anna Delvey (the so-called “fake heiress”) in high-profile trials that gained national attention. We are not afraid of tough prosecutors, we know how to beat them. If you give us an honest assessment of your situation, we will spot the points that let us protect you. Then, we will execute a strategy that was built to dismantle the government’s case.

We examine evidence that was submitted by law enforcement. If there is a violation of your rights, or if evidence that was central to the case was handled improperly, we use that as leverage to negotiate or to fight for a dismissal. Any dismissal that we achieve can save you from a criminal record and large fines. If negotiation fails, we are prepared to go to trial, where we will use our nationwide trial experience to pursue a not-guilty verdict.

Our approach is direct: we ask you to stop making excuses and to start taking action. If you want to stay out of prison, you need to stand up and defend yourself. We, who have handled countless federal investigations, will develop a roadmap for your defense. Once we see a path forward, we will hold you accountable and push you to keep going until we succeed.

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YOUR NEXT MOVE

If you do not get a qualified federal defense attorney, you could miss your best chance to limit the damage. When you call Spodek Law Group, you get a nationwide legal team that was built by Todd Spodek. We have offices across the country, and we are available 24/7 to provide a risk-free consultation. We can help you, but only if you take the first step and reach out.

Remember: If you pretend this is not happening, your problems will multiply. An indictment that was filed in federal court does not vanish on its own. Let us give you the strong, strategic defense you need.

We are here for you. We will fight for your freedom.

DISCLAIMER

All content on this page is for informational purposes and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is unique, and previous results do not guarantee future outcomes. You should consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction before making legal decisions. Contacting Spodek Law Group does not create an attorney-client relationship unless a signed agreement is in place.