PRELIMINARY PROCEEDINGS
I. COMPLAINT
Unless you have already been indicted (formally charged) by a grand jury, the charges against you are begun by a sworn statement (called a complaint) presented to a U.S. Magistrate Judge. The complaint may be issued either before or after you have been arrested. The magistrate determines whether there is probable cause to […]

Always check with your attorney before talking to anyone about your case.
That includes those in law enforcement. Law enforcement agents may express an interest in helping you. Keep in mind that one of their duties is to solve crimes. If they did not already think you were guilty, you would not be charged. Do not […]